Now let us explore the top temples dedicated to Hanumanji

Top 10 Famous Hanuman Temples in India

1) Hanuman Temple Connaught Place

The Delhi Hanuman Temple located in Connaught Place is perhaps one of the most popular temples in India. The temple has its origins that extends all the way back to the Mahabharatha days.

Perhaps the most important feature that stands out in the Hanuman Temple Connaught Place is the South Facing Idol which very rare. The festive vibe during the Hanuman Jayanti is very famous across the National Capital Region.

2) Hanuman Garhi Temple, Ayodhya, UP

One of the most visited temples in Ayodhya by the numerous devotees after the Ram Janma Bhoomi Ayodhya Temple, the Hanuman Garhi or Hanumanghadi is a splendid blend of both spirituality and classic Indian architecture.

It is believed that after the great war with Ravana, after the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya, Hanumanji who followed his master was living here. Thus it also has the name Hanuman Kot. The temple is situated on high ground, where you have to climb around 76 stairs to reach it. Bairagi Mahants oversee the priestly duties and the upkeep of the temple. The temple houses the idol of Anajani Mata holding baby Hanuman in her lap showing motherly affection. It is customary for a devotee to visit here and offer prayers before visiting the main pilgrimage site at Ayodhya Temple in Ram Janmabhoomi.

3) Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, Varanasi, UP

Yet another major Hanuman Temple in Uttar Pradesh, the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is located in the holy city of Varanasi and very close to the reputed Banaras Hindu University. Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya has rebuilt the current temple upon the original built by the famed poet Tulsidas.

The temple is famous for its special rituals held on Tuesdays and Saturdays, according to legends, Lord Hanuman offers protection to the devotees from the wrath of Shani Dev the lord of karma and retribution. Hence the name Sankat Mochan or The One who erases the Troubles or Sadness!

4) Namakkal Anjaneyar Temple,Tamil Nadu

One of the most famous Hanuman temples in India, especially down the South. Built in the traditional fusion of Tamil architecture spanning centuries, the Nammakkal Anjaneyar Temple houses on of the talles idols of Lord Hanuman which is 18 feet tall.

It is believed that Narasimha avatar of MahaVishnu appeared before lord Hanuman and Lakshmi here. The standing idol of Lord Hanuman is cut from a single rock and temple is made of multiple pillars and walls that are rockcut.

5) Hampi Hanuman Temple, Karnataka

Hampi Hanuman Temple is one of the famed UNESCO World Heritage sites in India, that tells the story of culture and civilization spanning centuries.

Known as the Yantrodharaka Hanuman Temple or Pranadeva Temple, the structure stands on a hill and is built in the traditional Karnataka style of Architecture. The temple is near to the Malyavana hill where Shri Ram first met Hanuman. It is the great Vyasaraja Tirtha who placed the idol at the temple. The hilltop view of the valleys and other hills is a surreal spiritual experience, to be standing where the gods once stood and divine blessings flowed once. The temple is over 340 km away from Bangalore & Kempegowda International Airport.

6) Jakhoo Temple, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

The famed and ancient Jakhoo Temple is one of the must visit hanuman temples in India, if you are a true devotee of lord Hanuman.

The temple located in Shimla, one of the most beautiful hill stations in India, is nestled in the cool mounts and forests of Himachal Pradesh. Infact Jahku hill is the highest peak in Shimla, standing tall at a height of 2,455 m or 8,054 ft approximately.

The Jakhoo temple houses an 108 feet tall idol of Hanuman, and it is believed it is on this hill, that Hanumanji rested while searching for Sanjeevani herbs in the Himalayas to save Lakshman's life. Shimalmple is accessible on foot, horse and ropeway.

7) Kashtbhanjan Hanuman Temple, Sarangpur, Gujarat

Kashtbhanjan Hanuman Temple is one of the prominent temples in India. Located in Saranhpur, Gujarat , the great temple of Anjaneya shows lord Hanuman as Kashtabhanjan Dev, as in the crusher of sorrows a Treta Yuga Rudra avatar who helped Sri Ram.

The temple also has a 54 feet tall bronze statue of lord Hanuman unveiled by Amit Shah, the hon Union Home Minister in 2023. The deity present in the temple sports a handlebar moustache and has Shani dev's feminine form near the feet signifying the power of Hanumanji over the fate of his devotees. There are numerous miraculous tales associated with the temple and the darshan of Hanumanji idol.

8) Panchamukhi Hanuman Mandir, Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu

Very nearby to Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple, the Panchamukhi Hanuman Mandir is one of the most significant hanuman temples in India. The temple is known for its idol of the five faced Hanuman murthy, showcasing the power that saved lord Ram and Lakshman from Mahiravana, the king of Patal Loka who was an ally of Ravana.

When Mahiravana, abducted Ram and Lakhsmana, Hanuman in order to save them had to extinguish the 5 flames of hell. These flames being in 5 different directions posed a unique challenge to Hanumanji, who took the form of Pancha Mukhi with the five faces of

• Lord Varaha who faced the North

• Lord Narasimha who faced the South

• Lord Garuda who faced the West

• Lord Hanuman who faced the East

• Lord Hayagriva who faced the Sky

Thus saving his master and winning over Patal Loka.

The temple also houses the floating stones used to create the Rama Setu bridge which was connected to Sri Lanka made by Nala and rest of the Vanar Sena.

9) Salasar Balaji Temple, Salasar, Rajasthan

One of the iconic temples in Rajasthan, the Salasara Balaji Temple has the only balaji with facial hair. According to legends, Hanumanji manifested as a stone idol to a farmer couple. The humble farming couple had nothing else to offer as tribute to the idol so they provided their millet lunch and ever since this was offered to Hanumanji.

Lord Hanuman also appeared in the dreams of a local landlord and another individual in Salasar to build a temple and place the idol as the prathistha of the temple. Located on the Jaipur- Bikaner expressway, the temple often offers spiritual relief for hundreds of devotees.

10) Hanuman Tok, Gangtok, Sikkim

Nestled in the heart of panoramic views of the Kanchenjunga range, the Hanuman Tok is one of the most tranquil hanuman temples in India. The temple is situated at an altitude of 7,200 feet, offering breath taking views of the Himalayas.

The temple was built and managed by the Indian Army in 1952. According to local folklore, Hanumanji rested here during the the search for Sanjeevani just like in Jakhoo temple. The temple is a must visit for all.

So folks, these are the top and significant Hanuman Temples in India. Each of these Hanuman temples captures a different element of Hanuman’s legend, from his invincible strength and protection to his selfless devotion.

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