Giresh Kulkarni, the founder of Temple Connect and the International Temples Convention and Expo, shared information about seven Ram temples in India that are not well-known with Hindustan Times.
Built by Vontudu and Mittudu, former robbers turned devotees of Ram from the Nishada Vamsha, the temple stands as a testament to their devotion.
It is believed to be built in the place that Ram after defeating Ravan, along with Sita and Lakshman, halted in on their journey back to Ayodhya on the Pushpaka Vimaanam.
The temple is renowned for its ancient well, believed to have healing powers. It is also where Sage Valmiki provided shelter to Sita after the victory in Lanka.
This temple is the first among the Nalambalams, four temples dedicated to the sons of King Dasharatha.
According to the oral narrative perpetrated by bards in ancient literary period, Ram grants darshan to Parasurama in his original marriage posture with Sita by his side.
A daily Guard of Honour is held, resembling the rituals accorded to royalty. The idol of Ram in this temple is portrayed holding a sword and shield while sitting in Padmasan.
Inside the Sanctum Sanctorum, Jatayu is depicted on Vijayaraghava Perumal’s lap, symbolizing the place where Ram performed the last rites for the noble bird Jatayu.