Temples in Ayodhya

Ayodhya lies on the south bank of the Saryu in Uttar Pradesh and is revered as the birthplace of Lord Rama and the capital of the Ikshvaku kings of the Ramayana. It is counted among the Sapta Puri, the seven sacred cities. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir, consecrated in January 2024, now stands at the centre of the city, and the older temples — Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan — and the ghats along the Saryu remain as much a part of a visit as ever.

Best time to visit: October to March. Ram Navami, Deepotsav at Deepawali, and Vivah Panchami are the great occasions.