Legends associated with Agnitheertham
There are many legends associated with Agnitheertham. One such legend is that of Sage Agastya and his wife, Lopamudra. According to the legend, Lopamudra was not able to conceive a child and she approached Sage Agastya for help. Sage Agastya then performed a ritual at Agnitheertham and as a result, Lopamudra conceived a child.
Holy Baths
The Rameswaram temples have a series of holy baths in the sea.
How To Reach Agnitheertham
There is no railway station near to Agnitheertham in less than 10 km. How ever Madurai Jn Rail Way Station is major railway station 63 KM near to Agnitheertham.