the last road of India?

The southern tip of Dhanushkodi, Tamil Nadu, is India's last road

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Also known as the Ghost Town of Dhanushkodi, Dhanushkodi's last road offers a haunting journey

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Visitors are drawn to Dhanushkodi for its tragic past and natural allure

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The last road is a narrow strip of asphalt that leads to the Indian ocean

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The dilapidated structures, crumbling buildings, and abandoned homes along the road evoke scenes from horror movies

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Dhanushkodi holds significance in Hindu mythology since the Ramayana era as Lord Ram had built a bridge from Dhanushkodi to Lanka

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This bridge, known as Rama Setu or Adam’s Bridge, is a historic landmark

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