IN PICS: PM Modi Visits Pamban Bridge; Explore These Mesmersing Places In Rameshwaram

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the New Pamban Bridge—the country's first vertical-lift sea bridge—in Tamil Nadu on Sunday on the occasion of Ram Navami.
According to the Ministry of Railways, the 2.07-kilometer bridge, crossing the Palk Strait in Tamil Nadu, exemplifies India's engineering excellence and infrastructure progress. The bridge connects Rameswaram Island with Mandapam on the mainland. Explore some of the must-visit sites in Rameswaram.
Sri Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple is the revered Hindu pilgrimage site in Rameswaram is historically significant for its association with Lord Rama, who is believed to have worshipped Shiva here to seek his blessings before embarking on his journey to Lanka.
The five-faced Hanuman temple, known as Panchamukhi Hanuman Temple, is situated two kilometers away from Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple.
Agnitheertham is a sacred beach in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu. It is considered one of the most visited Tirthams for a holy bath.
The Pamban bridge is India's first sea bridge, which stands 12.5 meters above sea level. It provides mesmersing view of its surroundings.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam National Memorial is a memorial dedicated to the former president of the Republic of India, A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. It is situated in Pei Karumbu, Rameshwaram.
Ariyaman Beach is another popular beach, which is also a major tourist attraction.

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