Dhanushkodi Beach & Cyclone Ruins

Discover the Haunting Beauty of Dhanushkodi

Dhanushkodi is an extraordinary, thin strip of sand located at the southern tip of Rameswaram Island. It is where the calm, shallow waters of the Bay of Bengal meet the rough, deep blue waves of the Indian Ocean. Destroyed during the tragic cyclone of December 1964, this once-bustling port is now a peaceful ghost town, showing the ruins of a railway station, school, church, and post office standing amidst infinite sands and oceans.

Proximity & Travel Info

Dhanushkodi is situated at the absolute end of the island. The drive from SSK Marina Bay Resort is a scenic, direct road cruise along the marine bypass road (National Highway 87).

Key Sights in Dhanushkodi

• Arichal Munai (Lands End): The circular viewing deck marking the absolute tip of mainland India.
• The Ruined Church: Haunting brick skeleton of St. Anthony's church, a favorite spot for photographers.
• Rama Setu (Adam's Bridge): Linear limestone shoals visible on clear days, stretching towards the coast of Sri Lanka.

Safety & Timing Guidelines

The checkpost at Mukundharayar Chathiram opens at 07:00 AM and closes at 05:30 PM. No tourists are permitted to stay past sunset. Because of strong undertows and currents, swimming in the ocean is strictly prohibited at Dhanushkodi.

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