Shri Ram Janmabhumi Ayodhya

Nestled along the banks of the serene Sarayu River in India, Ayodhya is not just a town; it's a living legend. This book takes you on a remarkable journey to the heart of Ayodhya, to the hallowed ground of Shri Ram Janmabhumi – the revered birthplace of Lord Rama. In its pages, you'll discover the mythical and historical tapestry that weaves together the epic of Lord Rama, the sacred site, and the emotions of countless devotees. Explore Ayodhya's rich heritage, the Ayodhya dispute, the majestic Ram Mandir, and the enduring message of unity and faith that transcends time and borders. "Shri Ram Janmabhumi - Ayodhya" is an invitation to experience the profound spiritual and cultural essence of this timeless place, where devotion meets history, and legends come to life.

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Ramjanmabhoomi' means the birthplace of Lord Rama who is the reincarnation of Lord Vishnu. The birth place of Lord Rama is situated in Ayodhya in the state of utter Pradesh which makes Ayodhya one of most sacred places for Hindus. In 1528, Babar who had invaded India, got the Ram temple demolished and built a mosque like structure over it. Since then, Hindus have been trying to get this place back and build a Ram temple on it. Many Hindus sacrificed their lives for this cause. In recent times, the movement to build a Ram temple was launched in mid-1980s. It became one of the defining moments for India as it brought a paradigm shift in Indian politics too. The case to build a Ram temple at ramjanmabhoomi also has the distinction of being the longest running legal battle in the history of the world. The matter was finally decided by the Supreme Court in 2019 paving way for the construction of a Ram temple at ramjanmabhoomi. This book explores all these facets of 'ramjanmabhoomi' and brings together at one place all the important details of this grand and tumultuous saga. It starts with the birth of Lord Rama and culminates with the verdict of the Supreme Court exploring how this saga unfolded on battle fields, archaeological sites and in Court rooms and newsrooms. Backed by historical documents, scriptures, anecdotes and documented debates on this issue, this book takes you on a journey which spans over thousands of years and helps one understand the historicity as well as significance of ramjanmabhoomi.