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With Navaratri and Ram Navami fast approaching, many families are already planning their trips and considering seeking blessings at the newly constructed Ram Mandir. For those who wish to go on a spiritual journey with their parents, Indian Railways has unveiled a special offering. The IRCTC Ramayana Yatra allows travelers to explore 39 sacred sites across 14 cities, presenting an opportunity for a hassle-free spiritual expedition across the nation.
Tailored for Summer Comfort
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) Tourism's "Shri Ramayana Yatra" themed pilgrimage tour via the Bharat Gaurav Tourist train has been specifically curated along the Ramayana circuit. The itinerary promises an indulgent experience onboard luxurious AC Deluxe trains tailored for the summer season. The train comprises several coach types including AC First Coupe, AC First, Second, and Third Class, offering passengers the flexibility to choose based on their preferences.
An Enriching Journey Ahead
Scheduled to commence on June 7, this enriching train journey spans a duration of 17 nights and 18 days, offering participants the opportunity to visit 14 significant cities across the country and explore 39 revered places of worship associated with Lord Rama and his epic saga.
A Tour Across Sacred Sites
Starting from the Safdarjung Railway Station in Delhi, passengers will traverse through cities such as Ayodhya, Buxar, Nandigram, Sitamarhi, Janakpur, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Shringverpur, Chitrakoot, Hampi, Nashik, Rameswaram, Bhadrachalam, and Kanchipuram. The tour's itinerary covers a plethora of sacred sites, ensuring a deeply enriching experience for participants.
Convenient Boarding and Alighting Options
To ensure convenience for passengers, the Shri Ramayana Yatra train will offer multiple boarding and alighting options at various stations along its route, including Ghaziabad, Aligarh, Tundla, Etawah, Lucknow, Kanpur, Jhansi, Gwalior, Mathura, Agra Cantt, and Safdarjung.
Affordable Pricing Structure
The tour's pricing structure caters to diverse budgets and preferences, with fees varying across four categories of coaches-AC First Coupe, AC First, Second AC, and Third AC. These attractively priced packages, available for single, double, or triple-sharing passengers, ensure accessibility for all. These packages, which cater to single, double, or triple-sharing passengers, come at attractive prices. The First AC Coupe package is priced at INR 1,66,810, the First AC package at INR 1,45,745, the Second AC at INR 1,34,710, and the Third AC at INR 94,600, after applying a generous 33 percent discount.
Exploring Sacred Sites Along the Journey
Throughout the journey, passengers will have the opportunity to visit a multitude of sacred sites, including:
| Serial No. | City | Places of Interest |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ayodhya | Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, Sarayu Ghat, Hanuman Garhi |
| 2 | Nandigram | Bharatkund, Bharat-Hanuman Temple |
| 3 | Sita Samahit Sthal, Sitamarhi | Sita Mata Temple |
| 4 | Prayagraj | Sri Bharadwaj Ashram, Hanuman Temple, Ganga-Yamuna Sangam |
| 5 | Shringverpur | Shringi Rishi Ashram, Shanta Devi Temple, Ramchaura |
| 6 | Chitrakoot | Sati Anusuya Temple, Gupt Godavari |
| 7 | Nashik | Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, Shree Kalaram Temple, Panchavati, Sita Gufa |
| 8 | Hampi | Anjanadri Hill, Vittala Temple, Virupaksha Temple |
| 9 | Rameswaram | Dhanushkodi, Ramanathaswamy Temple |
| 10 | Bhadrachalam | Sri Sita Ramachandraswamy Temple, Namakkal Anjaneyar Temple |
| 11 | Janakpur | Ram Janaki Temple, Parshuram Kunda, Dhanush Dham Temple |
| 12 | Sitamarhi | Punaura Dham, Janaki Temple |
| 13 | Buxar | Rameshwar Nath Temple, Ramrekha Ghat |
| 14 | Varanasi | Tulsi Manas Temple, Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Sankat Mochan Mandir, Ganga Aarti |
With the "Shri Ramayana Yatra" themed pilgrimage tour, Indian Railways aims to provide an unparalleled spiritual experience for travelers. This initiative underscores the commitment towards promoting cultural and religious tourism, allowing participants to immerse themselves in the rich heritage and spirituality of India's sacred sites.
