Actually, every river flowing in the country has its own distinct history. But Saryu river of Ayodhya is special because Lord Shri Ram took water samadhi in this river. The history of this river is older than the incarnation of Lord Rama.
After hundreds of years of exile, Lord Shri Ram is ready to reside in his temple in Ayodhya. Prime Minister on 22 January 2024 Narendra Modi Shri of Ayodhya Ram Mandir Will lead the Pran Pratistha program. In such a situation, it is impossible that there is no mention of Saryu River. Saryu river has special significance in the stories of Ramayana.
Further you will know from where Saryu river starts and reaches Ayodhya, the story related to God’s exile. Some popular stories will surprise you…
Where does Saryu start from and reach Ayodhya?
If seen from geographical perspective, Saryu is a tributary of Sharda river. It is also called Sarju in many places of Uttar Pradesh. This river separates from the Sharda River in Uttarakhand and continues its flow through the land of Uttar Pradesh. Therefore it is a major source of water for the population of Uttar Pradesh. The Saryu River originates mainly from the Himalayan foothills and becomes a tributary of the Sharda River. Not only this, passing through the major tourist destinations of Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh, this river flows for the next 350 km. Saryu River is one of the most major water ways in Uttar Pradesh.
Saryu washes away the impurities of mankind
Saryu River is mentioned in ancient Hindu scriptures such as Vedas and Ramayana. It is one of the seven tributaries of the river Ganga and is considered so sacred that it washes away the impurities of mankind.
Popular story of Ram ki Paidi on the banks of Saryu
There is a popular story about Ram ki Paidi, it is said that once Lakshman ji made up his mind to visit all the places of pilgrimage, Shri Ram stood on the banks of Saryu in Ayodhya and said that the person who visits this place before sunrise, Will take bath in Saryu. He will get the same virtue as visiting all the holy places.
Saryu is the witness of God’s exile
It is said that when Lord Shri Ram, Sita and Lakshman left for exile, they went towards the forest along the banks of Saryu. Later, after conquering Lanka, God reached Ayodhya through this route and Ramraj ji was established.