Rameswaram is hallowed by the epic Ramayana. A devout Hindu who visits Varanasi is expected to visit Rameswaram also for the culmination of his quest for salvation.
Rama sanctified this place by worshipping Lord Siva after the war against Ravana. Therefore, it is held sacred by Saivites and Vaishnavites as well. It is one of the major marine food centres in the south, much of its fish and prawn catch being exported.
Rameshwaram General Information
Area : 51.8 sq.kms.
Population : 27,928 (1991Census)
Altitude : Sea level: 2,74m.
Climate :
Summer : Max. 48°C Min. 46°C
Winter: Max. 30°C Min. 25°C
Rainfall : 50 cms
Season : Throughout the year
Clothing : Tropical
Language Spoken : Tamil, Hindi and English.
