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Diwali 2023: The festival of Diwali commemorates Lord Ram's return to his birthplace of Ayodhya following a 14-year exile. Thousands of diyas and lamps shine brightly throughout the city to celebrate the festivities. The sacred and historic city of Ayodhya has an unwavering significance in spirituality that is hard to break. The city where the sound of temple bells reverberates across the air greets millions of Hindu pilgrims every year as the birthplace of Lord Rama. With shrines devoted to Lord Shri Ram scattered throughout the city, exploring Ayodhya's alleyways is like entering the legendary realm of the Ramayana. However, the city comes alive with extravagant celebrations around Diwali, making it more difficult to ignore its sacred past. Let us check out the five must-visit places in Ayodhya to celebrate the Diwali festivities. 

Diwali 2023: 5-Must Visit Places To Visit In Ayodhya 

1. Ram Ki Paidi - Every year, thousands of diyas are lit along the banks of the Sarayu River in Ayodhya as part of the Deepotsav celebration. Every year, a record-breaking amount of diyas are lit to celebrate the major celebration, creating a breathtaking sight. 

The sacred city of Ayodhya has great spiritual significance. (Image Source: Canva)

2. Sita Ki Rasoi - The sacred site Sita Ki Rasoi, which is situated in Rajkot on the northwest side of the Ram Janmanhoomi, is said to have been Mata Sita's first kitchen. This holy site is now a temple with a few exhibited vessels. 

3. Hanuman Garhi - King Vikramaditya is thought to have given the order to build the temple that is now known as Hanuman Garhi. It is said that Lord Hanuman lived here to guard Ayodhya. You may see a magnificent statue of a bal, or young, Hanuman curled up on his mother's knee at the main temple. 

4. Ram Janmabhoomi - Known as "the Birthplace of Ram," the Ram Janmabhoomi is thought to be the site of Ram's birth. The spot is highly revered by the locals, and a huge temple will be built there until early next year. 

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5. Kanak Bhawan - Kanak Bhawan, one of the most beautiful and well-known temples in Ayodhya, is said to have been gifted to Mata Sita by Kaikei shortly after her marriage to Lord Shri Ram. This is the location of Sita and Ram's private palace. 


 

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