Ramateertham

Ramateertham is a village and panchayat in Nellimarla mandal of Vizianagaram district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is located about 12 kilometres from Vizianagaram city. The village is known for the Kodanda Rama temple and for archaeological remains of Buddhist and Jain sites located on the surrounding hills. ruined Jain temple on Bodhikonda

History and Archaeology

The hills surrounding Ramateertham namely Bodhikonda, Ghanikonda, and Gurubhaktulakonda contain remnants of ancient Buddhist monasteries, stupas, and rock-cut caves, indicating that the region was an important centre of Buddhist activity during the early historic period.
Jain caves and relief sculptures have also been identified in the area, reflecting the presence of Jain religious traditions alongside Buddhism and later Hindu worship practices.

Rama Temple

Ramateertham is home to the Kodanda Rama temple, dedicated to Lord Rama, which serves as an important local pilgrimage site.
In December 2020, the idol of Rama in the temple was vandalised, leading to protests and increased security arrangements at the site.