Ayodhya, nestled along the serene banks of the Sarayu River in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, holds profound significance as one of India's holiest cities. It serves as a revered pilgrimage site for Hindus, revered as the sacred birthplace of the deity Rama and the revered backdrop to the timeless epic, the "Ramayana".

Perched atop an elevated platform lies Ayodhya's paramount religious enclave, Ramkot, an ancient citadel erected upon the grounds of Lord Rama's fortified stronghold. It illuminates fervently during the annual Ram Navami festival, a joyous occasion commemorating the deity's divine birth, accompanied by recitations from the timeless epic, the "Ramayana". Meander amidst the age-old earth mounds and the sacred ground of Rama's cremation, then marvel at the stupa commissioned by the esteemed Ashoka the Great. Constructed in 1855 by the Nawab of Awadh, Hanuman Garhi stands as a formidable fortress from the 10th century, marked by its commanding circular bastions. Legend has it that it stands upon the site of a cave where Hanuman once resided, tasked with guarding Ramkot. Nestled within its temple dedicated to Hanuman lies a revered statue of Maa Anjani, with Hanuman seated tenderly on her lap. To the north of Ayodhya lies the venerable temple of Nageshwarnath, overlooking the serene ghats of Ram ki Paidi. Tradition holds that it was founded by Rama's son, Kush, after he misplaced his armlet while bathing in the Sarayu River. Upon its discovery by a devout follower of Shiva, Nag-Kanya, Kush erected this temple in her honor. Despite its ancient origins, the present-day temple was reconstructed in 1750 and radiates with vibrant hues during the auspicious Pradosh Vrat.