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Hanuman is a Hindu god who serves as Lord Rama's divine companion and devotee, appearing as a central character in the Ramayana as well as the Mahabharata and Puranas. He is believed to be the son of Lord Vayu, the God of Wind, and a reincarnation of Lord Shiva. Devotees worship him across the world, and India is home to a wide spread of Hanuman temples — six of the most famous are covered below.
| Temple | Location | Notable For |
|---|---|---|
| Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple | Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh | One of the oldest Hindu temples in Varanasi; said to mark where Tulsidas saw Hanuman in a vision |
| Jakhu Temple | Shimla, Himachal Pradesh | A 108-foot idol atop Shimla's tallest point; linked to Hanuman's search for the Sanjivni Booti |
| Jhandewalan Hanuman Temple | Delhi | A 108-foot statue; took over 13 years to build; entrance shaped like a demon's open mouth |
| Bala Hanuman Temple | Jamnagar, Gujarat | Built 1963–1964; Guinness World Record for continuous chanting since 1964 |
| Hanuman Garhi | Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh | Dates to the 10th century; the most worshipped Hanuman temple in North India |
| Namakkal Anjaneyar Temple | Tamil Nadu | Dravidian-style; 18-foot idol carved from a single stone, dated to the 5th century |
One of the oldest Hindu temples in Varanasi. Sankat Mochan is Sanskrit for "one who relieves us from problems." The temple is believed to have been erected exactly where Tulsidas saw Hanuman in a vision. Hanuman's statue, facing Lord Rama, is one of the shrine's main attractions.
Situated atop Jakhu Hill, Shimla's tallest point, this temple houses a 108-foot-tall idol of Hanuman and offers a sweeping view of the Shivalik peaks. According to the Ramayana, Hanuman is said to have rested here while searching for the Sanjivni Booti to revive Lakshmana — his footprints, inscribed on marble, remain in the temple compound.
One of Delhi's most renowned shrines, known for its gigantic 108-foot statue of Hanuman. The temple took over 13 years to build, and its entryway is designed to mimic the open mouth of a demon (Rakshas) — a nod to the many demons Hanuman overcame.
Built by Shri Prembhikshuji Maharaj in 1963–1964, also known as Shri Balahanuman Sankirtan Mandir. It houses idols of Lord Ram, Lord Lakshman, Goddess Sita, and Lord Hanuman, and is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records for its continuous chanting of "Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram" since August 1, 1964.
Dating back to the tenth century, Hanuman Garhi is the most worshipped Hanuman temple in North India, located in Ayodhya — the Ram Janmabhoomi and, by tradition, the home of a young Hanuman. The temple is shaped like a quadrilateral fortress with round fortifications at each corner, reached by 76 steps.
Built in the Dravidian architectural style, this temple's story centres on Narasimha, an avatar of Vishnu, appearing before Hanuman and Lakshmi. The Anjaneyar idol — one of the tallest Hanuman representations in India at 18 feet (5.5 metres) — was carved from a single stone dated to the fifth century, and sits in a sanctum with no roof.
Which is the oldest Hanuman temple in India?
Hanuman Garhi in Ayodhya, dating to the tenth century, is among the oldest well-documented Hanuman temples still in worship today.
Which Hanuman temple has the tallest idol?
Both the Jakhu Temple in Shimla and the Jhandewalan Hanuman Temple in Delhi house idols standing 108 feet tall.
Where is the most worshipped Hanuman temple in North India?
Hanuman Garhi in Ayodhya is widely regarded as the most worshipped Hanuman temple in North India.
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