The monkeys built a bridge of stones across the sea, to help Rama cross over to Lanka. The monkeys and Ravana's demons then engaged in a bloody war that resulted in heavy casualties for both sides.

Distressed by the bloodshed, Rama stopped the fighting, and challenged Ravana to one-on-one combat. Finally, after a fierce battle, Rama aimed a powerful arrow at Ravana's belly and killed him.

Rama and Sita were then united and they went back to Ayodhya, where Rama was crowned king.