Ayodhya Unveils Spectacular Ramayana Wax Museum This Diwali
Ayodhya unveils world’s first Ramayana Wax Museum celebrating devotion through art and technology.
As Ayodhya basks in the glow of its newly consecrated Ram Temple, the city is poised to unveil another spiritual and cultural gem: the world's first Ramayana Wax Museum. Inaugurated by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during the ninth Deepotsav celebrations on October 17, 2025, this Rs 6 crore marvel spans 9,850 sq. ft. and promises to immerse visitors in the timeless tales of the epic. Operated in collaboration with the Ayodhya Municipal Corporation, 12% of its revenue will fund the city's development, blending devotion with economic upliftment.
Crafted in traditional South Indian architectural style, the two-storey museum houses 50 lifelike wax statues of iconic figures like Lord Ram, Sita, Lakshman, Hanuman, Ravana, and Vibhishan, each sculpted with meticulous detail in attire, expressions, and posture. The ground floor revives Ram's childhood and Sita's swayamvar, complete with a selfie point beside child Ram Lalla.
Upstairs, dynamic 3D light effects dramatize the exile, Lanka Dahan, and the Ram-Ravana war, simulating flames that flicker realistically. The sensory experience is elevated by sandalwood scents, Ram bhajans, and the resonant "Ram Tarak Mantra," transporting guests to the Treta Yuga.
Behind this masterpiece is Kerala-based Sunil Wax Museum, renowned for celebrity figures in Lonavala and Thiruvananthapuram. Founder Sunil described it as a "cultural and devotional triumph," where precision artistry makes the epic feel palpably alive. Visitor amenities enhance accessibility: dedicated parking, snack zones, a family entertainment area, and a food court fusing South and North Indian cuisines. Safety features include 24/7 CCTV, fire provisions, and four emergency exits, with air-conditioned interiors at a comfortable 22°C.
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Entry is affordably priced at Rs 100 per person, limited to 100 visitors at a time, located along the Chaudah Kosi Parikrama route opposite Kashiram Colony. Ayodhya's connectivity—via Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya Dham Junction, and road links from Lucknow, Varanasi, and Gorakhpur—makes it an easy pilgrimage. The best visiting window is October to March, aligning with Deepotsav's festive fervor, when mild winters (12-25°C) complement the site's vibrancy.
Complementing the museum, Ayodhya's attractions like the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhavan, Saryu Ghat, and Tulsi Smarak Bhawan offer a holistic itinerary. Amid the Ram Temple's annual influx of millions, this wax museum is set to amplify tourism, weaving artistry and faith into an unforgettable narrative that celebrates India's enduring epic.
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