Ramanathapuram District is an administrative district of Tamil Nadu state in southern India. The city of Ramanathapuram is the district headquarters.

Ramanthapuram District has an area of 4123 km². It is bounded on the north by Sivaganga District, on the northeast by Pudukkottai District, on the east by the Palk Strait, on the south by the Gulf of Mannar, on the west by Thoothukudi District, and on the northwest by Virudhunagar District. The district contains the Indian portion of Rama's Bridge, an east-west chain of low islands and shallow reefs that extend between India and the island nation of Sri Lanka, and separate the Palk Strait from the Gulf of Mannar. The Palk Strait is presently navigable only by shallow-draft vessels. We provide travel & tours in India.

Demographics:
It has a population of 11,87,604 (as of 2001). It is 25.46% urbanised[1]. The district has a literacy of 73.05%, slightly below the average for the state. We provide travel & tours in India.Hindus form the majority of the population with 78.15%, followed by Muslims at 14.66%, Christians at 7.08% and others at 0.11

History :
In early 12th century Qutbul Hamid, Ghosul Hamid Hazrat Badhushah Sulthan SYED IBRAHIM Shaheedh came from medinah saudhi arabia to india through Kannanur, kerala and crossed through various parts of Madurai and Ramnad districts. Vikrama pandiyan the then, ruler of bouthiramanickapattinam (Now Erwadi) fought with Syed Ibrahim badushah rigorously for 10 days, and finally Hazrath Syed Ibrahim shaheedh won and captured and the ruled 12 yesrs Ervadiprovince. We provide travel & tours in India.

The early 15th Century the present territories of Ramanathapuram district comprising of taluks Tiruvadanai, Paramakudi, Kamuthi, Mudukulathur, Ramanathapuram and Rameswaram were included in Pandiyan Kingdom. For a short period, this area was under the Chola Kings when Rajendra Chola brought it under his territory in 1063 AD. In 1520 AD., the Nayaks of Vijayangar took over this area under their control from the Pandiyan dynasty for about two centuries, Marava chieftains-Sethupathis who were Lords under Pandiyan Kings and reigned over this part (17th century). At the beginning of the 18th century, family disputes over succession resulted in the division of Ramanathapuram. Indian packages with Indian Travel Agent.

Till the period of coaliation of Arabs and sethupathis ramnad was a calm peace of land. In 1795, the British deposed Muthuramalinga Sethupathy and took control of the administration of Ramanathapuram. In 1803 Mangaleswari Nachiyar was made the Zamindar of Sivagangai After passing of Queen, the Marudhu Brothers took the charge by paying regular revenue to the East India company. In 1801 the Marudhu Brothers of Sivaganga revolted against the British in collaboration with Kattabomman of Panchalamkurichi. Colonel Agnew captured Marudhu Brothers and hanged them and made Gowri Vallbah Periya Udaya Thevar as Zamindar of Sivaganga. After the fall of Tippu Sultan, British took the control and imprisoned the Nawab. In 1792 the Zamindari system was abolished and a British Collector was appointed for administration. Indian packages with Indian Travel Agent.
After the period of Arabs and sethupathis, In 1910, Ramanathapuram was formed by clubbing portions from Madurai and Tirunelveli district. This district was named as Ramanathapuram. During the British period this district was called "Ramnad". The name continued after independence. Later the district was renamed as Ramanathapuram to be in conformity with the Tamil Name for this region.

Ramanathapuram District is situated in the south-eastern part of Tamil Nadu. It is bounded by Sivagangai, Pudukkottai, Virudhunagar and Tuticorin districts, and the Bay of Bengal. Ramanathapuram was ruled by Pandyas, Cholas and Nayaks before the British. Indian packages with Indian Travel Agent.

Ramanathapuram District covers an area of 4,089 sq km and has a population of over 1.2 million. Agriculture, textile industry and fishing are the major occupations, and paddy, corn, cottons, groundnut, gingelly and chillies are the main crops. The temperature varies from 22o C to 37o C. It receives an annual rainfall of 827 mm.

Vaigai River is the main river of Ramanathapuram. Ramanathaswamy temple, Kurusadai Island, Devi Patinam, Erwadi and Dhanushkodi, 2.5 km long Pamban Bridge (connecting Rameshwaram Island with the mainland) are the main tourist attractions.

Ramanathapuram District is connected with other parts of the country by road and rail. Madurai is the nearest airport, 110 km from Ramanathapuram. Travel Tours India with Indian Travel Agent.

Temples of Ramanathapuram
The architecture, fine sculptures and revered deities seen in the temples of Ramanathapuram district are some rare envisions in south India. Ramanathapuram district is located within the boundaries of Tamil Nadu and is famous for its small-scale industries and handloom industries.

Adanainathar Temple at Tiruvadanai in Ramanathapuram District is one of the most famous temples of Ramanathapuram district and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Travel Tours India with Indian Travel Agent.

The temple deities are Lord Adanainathar and Goddess Ambayiravali. The Sthala Teertham is Suryavaruna teertham. Saint Sambandar is known to have contributed pathigams in praise of the lord. The temple lies close to Paramakudi and is one of the most visited temples of Ramanathapuram district.

Kumaraian Temple, situated at Melakodumalur is a reputed temple of Ramanathapuram district. The temple deity is Lord Subramanya, represented with a 6-foot high idol; the lord is seen in a standing posture under a tree. Javvaduppulavar and Nallamuthu Pillai have sung in this temple. Panguni Uthiram is the major festival celebrated in this temple. Muppazha Tiruvizha is also celebrated in the Tamil month of Vaikasi. Travel Tours India with Indian Travel Agent.


Adi Jagannatha Temple, located at Tirupullani in Ramanathapuram District of Tamil Nadu is one of the consecrated temples of Ramanathapuram district, visited by hundreds of pilgrims. Travel Tours India with Indian Travel Agent.
This temple enshrines the idol of Lord Vishnu, which is in resting posture. Padmasini and Kalyanavalli thayaar are also worshipped here. Sri Thirumangai Alwar has glorified this temple through his pathigams. There is a sacred Peepal Tree, located inside this temple and people believe that if childless parents perform Nagaprathishtha under this tree, they would be blessed with children with long life. The circumambulation of the tree wards off the worst sins.

Nambu Nayagi Amman Temple, a beautiful shrine located in the Ramanathapuram District of Tamil Nadu is visited by thousands of devotees from far and near. Kodandaramar Temple, one of the well-known temples of Ramanathapuram district, is a delightful shrine, dedicated to Lord Ram, Sita, Lakshman, Lord Hanuman and Vibhishana. Myth states that this is the place where Lord Ram performed the coronation of Vibhishana, the younger brother of Ravana. Travel Tours India with Indian Travel Agent.


Navapashanam Temple boasts the revered deities of Thilakeswarar (Shiva) and Kadaladaitha Perumaal (Vishnu). According to legends, Lord Ram has worshipped Shiva and the Navagrahas (the nine celestial bodies) at this place. Tiruvaadaanai Temple, dedicated to Lord Ganesh (Vinayaka); this temple of Ramanathapuram district has a huge gopuram, which depict the different stories of Hindu mythology. These inscriptions are done in oil paint. The main festivals are Vinayaka Chaturthi and Maha Shivratri.

The temples of Ramanathapuram district are some of the artistic marvels in the region and special care is taken to maintain the priceless sculptures behind the shines and on frescoes of these temples. Travel Tours India with Indian Travel Agent.