Satchi Hanuman Temple, Rameshwaram, Ramanathapuram
Satchi
Hanuman Temple is located at a distance of 3 kms from the main temple, on the
way to the Gandamadana Parvatham. This temple is the place where hanuman
delivered the good news of finding Sita to Rama with Satchi (evidence) the
Choodamani a jewel that belonged to Sita. Hence this temple is called by
this name.
Satchi
Hanuman Temple in Rameswaram is an important small shrine dedicated to Lord
Hanuman who has offered incomparable services to Lord Rama for the search of
his consort. Devotees are known to visit this peaceful temple, especially on
Tuesdays, which is considered to be the most auspicious day for worshiping Lord
Hanuman.
The
statues here are carved out of wood and they practically appear as if they are
puppets revealing the various unique incidences of Ramayana. The temple is a
fine example of wonderful manual art piece where pictorial representation on
how Hanuman played a very crucial role during the time of Ramayana.