Ramanathapuram: Is a city and district headquarters in

Ramanathapuram is a city and district headquarters in Tamil Nadu, India. It has a rich history of being the seat of the Sethupathi chieftains, the Pandyan Empire, the Nayak kings, the Marathas, the Nizam, the British and the Maruthu brothers. In 1910, Ramanathapuram was formed by clubbing portions from Madurai and Tirunelveli districts. Shri J.F. BRYANT I.C.S. was the first collector. During the British period this district was called as Ramnad. The name continued after independence. Later the district was renamed as Ramanathapuram to be in conformity with the Tamil Name for this region. Ramanathapuram is also known as Mugavai (face) as the River Vaigai ends it journey here in the Palk Strait.As per GO Ms.No. 347 dated 08.03.1985 ... Book Now & Save Big at Agoda®! Always The Lowest Price Guarantee. We’re Available Live 24 7 to Help. Don’t Get Stranded When Traveling! Location: Ramanathapuram is one of the 38 districts of Tamil Nadu, located in the southeastern part of the state, bordering the Palk Strait and the Gulf of Mannar.