Ashok Vatika (Ashoka Vanam)

Deep in Sri Lanka’s hill country near Nuwara Eliya, Ashok Vatika is one of the most revered sites from the Ramayana epic. Believed to be the garden where Sita Devi was held captive by King Ravana, this tranquil area is a pilgrimage site for Hindus and a place of mystical beauty.

Highlights:

➡️ Spiritual Significance: Walk through the serene gardens mentioned in the Ramayana, where Hanuman first met Sita.
➡️ Sita Amman Temple: Nearby temple marks the spot where Sita prayed, with a stream and footprints carved in stone.
➡️ Divurumpola: The legendary site where Sita underwent her "Agni Pariksha" (fire ordeal) to prove her purity.
➡️ Panoramic Views: Surrounded by misty hills and lush forests, the area exudes a peaceful, sacred energy.
➡️ Ramayana Trail: Part of a larger pilgrimage circuit including Ravana Falls and Ravana’s Cave.