The epic, traditionally ascribed to the Maharishi Valmiki, narrates the life of Rama, a legendary prince of Ayodhya city in the kingdom of Kosala.

Where does the Ramayana take place?

Ayodhya Ayodhya is the birthplace of Lord Rama and is said to be one of the oldest civilized cities in the world. It is located in the states of Uttar Pradesh adjacent to Faizabad and also called as Ram Janambhoomi.

When did Ramayana take place?

The Ramayana is an ancient Indian epic, composed some time in the 5th century BCE, about the exile and then return of Rama, prince of Ayodhya.

Where did the Ramayana come from?

The Ramayana originated in north India as an oral epic poem, performed with musical accompaniment and dance. Written, illustrated manuscripts of the poem were later produced from Pakistan to Indonesia.