Rāmeswaram is a picturesque city located in the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, in the southern region of India. Situated on the Pamban Island, it is separated from mainland India by the Pamban Channel and is connected by the iconic Pamban Bridge, which adds to its charm and allure. The city holds immense religious significance as it is considered one of the holiest places in Hindu mythology. Rāmeswaram is believed to be the place where Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu, built a bridge across the sea to rescue his wife Sita from the clutches of the demon king Ravana. The city derives its name from Lord Rama, with "Rāmeswaram" meaning "Rama's Bridge" in the local language.