The alleyways near the temples are lined with workshops where sculptors carve deities out of stone. The specialty of Ayodhya is the 'Ram Darbar'—a group statue depicting Lord Rama and Sita on a throne, flanked by Lakshman and attended by Hanuman.
These are available in white Makrana marble or black stone. The artisans are skilled at painting fine details like the eyes and jewelry on the stone.
It is a skill passed down through families who have been making idols for the city's thousands of temples for generations.
A series of ghats on the riverfront, famous for its spectacular renovation and the Guinness World Record-breaking Deepotsav festivals.
The sacred site where Lord Rama is believed to have taken 'Jal Samadhi' (left his physical body) to return to his celestial abode, Vaikuntha.
The bustling entry point to the Saryu riverfront, featuring beautiful parks and the statue of Lord Rama. A hub for boat rides and evening leisure.
