Rama & Sita
The devotion that crossed an ocean
Prince Rama and his wife Sita, abducted by the demon Ravana; Rama crosses the sea and wages a war to rescue her, in the great epic poem that defines the ideal of love and fidelity in India.
01Why it matters
The "Ramayana" is one of Hinduism's sacred texts, and Rama and Sita the divine model of marriage in South Asia.
02The conflict
Sita's abduction and the test of purity Rama demands of her.
03The iconic moment
The bridge to Lanka built by Hanuman's monkey army.
04What survived
The "Ramayana"; the festival of Diwali celebrates their return.
05Frequently asked questions
Why is the story of Rama & Sita famous?
The "Ramayana" is one of Hinduism's sacred texts, and Rama and Sita the divine model of marriage in South Asia.
How does the story of Rama & Sita end?
The bridge to Lanka built by Hanuman's monkey army. The "Ramayana"; the festival of Diwali celebrates their return.
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