Dhanushkodi, Abandoned coastal town in Ramanathapuram district, India
Located at the southeastern tip of Pamban Island, Dhanushkodi features sandy beaches where the Bay of Bengal meets the Indian Ocean.
The town experienced complete destruction during the 1964 cyclone, with winds reaching 280 kilometers per hour and tidal waves of 7 meters.
According to Hindu mythology, this location marks the point where Rama constructed a bridge to Lanka using floating stones.
Visitors can access Dhanushkodi through mini trucks and jeep services that operate on the newly constructed road from Rameswaram.
The Kothandaramasamy Temple stands as the sole structure that survived the devastating 1964 cyclone, remaining intact among the ruins.
Location: Ramanathapuram district
Elevation above the sea: 0 m
GPS coordinates: 9.18463,79.41475
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:12
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