🕉️ Temple Overview
Rameswaram Ramanathaswamy Temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and part of Char Dham. According to legend, Sri Rama installed the Shivalinga here after defeating Ravana as penance. This temple is critical for Pitru Tharpanam and Amavasai worship, with all Shraddha rituals strictly following Udaya Tithi.
📅 Panchangam & Astrological Importance
Dominant Nakshatra
Pushya
Associated Planet
Jupiter (Guru)
Element
Water
Temple Type
Jyotirlinga / Char Dham
⚡ Why Panchangam Matters:
Amavasai + Monday combinations are critical for worship here. All Shraddha/Tharpanam rituals strictly follow Udaya Tithi - temple priests reject midnight-based tithi calculations. This makes accurate Panchangam essential for planning visits.
✅ Best Days to Visit
Amavasai (New Moon)
Monday
Aadi Amavasai
🎉 Major Festivals (with Panchangam Logic)
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Aadi Amavasai📅 July-AugustMost important Amavasai for ancestor rituals. Hundreds of thousands visit for Tharpanam.Tithi-based
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Thai Amavasai📅 January-FebruaryLiberation-related ceremonies. Considered highly auspicious for Shraddha rituals.Tithi-based
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Maha Shivaratri📅 February-MarchKrishna Paksha Chaturdashi. Grand celebrations at this Jyotirlinga.Tithi-based
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Udaya Tithi important for Tharpanam at Rameswaram?
Temple priests strictly follow Udaya Tithi (sunrise-based) for all Shraddha rituals. They reject midnight-based calculations as per Vedic tradition. Using accurate Panchangam ensures your ritual is performed on the correct day.
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