The Ram Mandir at Ayodhya is among the most significant temples in Hindu history — built at the exact site traditionally believed to be the birthplace of Lord Ram (Ram Janmabhoomi). Its consecration on January 22, 2024 was one of India’s defining cultural moments, celebrated by hundreds of millions across India and the world.
Key Facts
- Location: Ram Janmabhoomi, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh
- Consecration (Prana Pratishtha): January 22, 2024
- Presiding deity: Ram Lalla (child Ram)
- Architectural style: Nagara (North Indian temple architecture)
- Height: 161 feet
- Stone: Pink sandstone from Bansi Pahadpur, Rajasthan
- Trust: Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra
Note: The outer complex construction was ongoing at the time of the inner sanctum’s opening in January 2024. Additional prakarams (courtyards) and facilities are being added. TIME-SENSITIVE: Check current status of construction and facilities before visiting.
Darshan Timings
TIME-SENSITIVE: Timings change for festivals, special occasions, and maintenance. Verify before visiting — especially on Ram Navami, Hanuman Jayanti, and Diwali when special schedules apply.
- Morning darshan: 7:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Evening darshan: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Midday closure: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Important: No mobile phones or cameras permitted inside the sanctum. Lockers available at the entrance. Security queues can be long on weekends and festivals — arrive early.
How to Reach Ayodhya
- By Train: Ayodhya Junction (AY) is approximately 1 km from the Ram Mandir. Well-connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow, and Varanasi. TIME-SENSITIVE: Check IRCTC for current trains.
- By Air: Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya (IXA) — approximately 6 km from city centre, opened November 2023. TIME-SENSITIVE: Routes are being added; check current operators.
- By Road: Approximately 130 km from Lucknow via NH-27. Regular buses and taxis available.
Traditional Pilgrimage Sequence in Ayodhya
Every devout pilgrim to Ayodhya observes this order — seeking Hanuman’s permission before approaching Ram:
- Hanuman Garhi — Always first. Seek Hanuman’s blessings and permission before approaching Ram Mandir.
- Ram Mandir (Ram Janmabhoomi) — Main darshan of Ram Lalla in the inner sanctum.
- Kanak Bhawan — Ornate Sita-Ram temple nearby.
- Sarayu Ghat — Holy bath in the Sarayu river.
- Nageshwarnath Temple — Ancient Shiva temple said in tradition to have been founded by Kush, Ram’s son. TRADITIONAL: Attribution to Kush is from traditional accounts.
Related Pages
- Hanuman Garhi Ayodhya — the first temple for every Ayodhya pilgrim: history, timings, and visiting guide
- Ayodhya History — from Treta Yuga to the 2024 consecration: the full narrative
- Ayodhya Timelines — concise chronological reference
- Ayodhya Contact Details — accommodation, helplines and travel information
- Ayodhya Event Updates — festival calendar and major events
- Hanuman Chalisa — the prayer most commonly recited during Ayodhya pilgrimage