Kanak Bhawan

Kanak Bhawan is to the north-east of Ram Janam Bhumi, Ramkot, in Ayodhya. Kanak Bhawan is one of the finest and famous temples in Ayodhya and is a must visit. It is believed that this Bhawan was gifted to Devi Sita by Kaikei immediately after her marriage to Lord Ram. This is private palace of Devi Sita and Lord Rama. Vikramaditya got it renovated. Later it was rebuilt/renovated by Vrish Bhanu Kunwari which exists even today. The main idols installed in the garbhgrih (sanctum), are of Lord Ram and Devi Sita.

The Kanak Bhawan is established towards the northeastern corner of the Ram Janmabhoomi in Tulsi Nagar. Constructed in 1891, this temple is also known as Sone-ka-Ghar. It is a holy site dedicated to the Hindu deity Lord Rama and his wife, Goddess Sita.

Kanak Bhawan, also meaning Golden Palace, cites three golden-crowned idols of the two gods under a silver roof in the sanctum santorum (Garbagriha). It is believed that this shrine was gifted to Rama and Sita by the former's stepmother, Kaikeyi.

Upon designed renovation during Vikramaditya's reign, the present site was further entirely revamped by Vrish Bhanu Kunwari. This Bundela-styled temple is currently managed by the Sri Vrishbhan Dharma Setu Trust Private Limited.

How to reach

Timings-

The duration of the visit is 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM.

From Airport-

Ayodhya Airport to Kanak Bhawan is around 10.2 km and the devotees can opt auto-rickshaw or taxi and government electric bus which devotees can use for travel in minimal amout.

From Ayodhya Railway Station-

It's around 1.7 KM. Devotees can can travel by walk or rickshaw.

From Ayodhya Cantt Railway Station-

It's around 10.5 KM. devotees can opt auto-rickshaw, taxi and government electric bus.

From Ram Mandir-

It's around 500 meter from Shree Ram Janam Bhoomi. Devotees can can travel by walk.