Nawab Mansoor Ali Khan Safdarjung Archives

23/Sep/2022

Location

At a distance of 10 km to the east of district headquarter Faizabad. Hanumangarhi Temple was established in Ayodhya. This temple is of the Ram period. This temple was built by King Vikramaditya. It was renovated during the reign of Nawab Mansoor Ali Khan Safdarjung of Lucknow.

Hanumangarhi Temple, Ayodhya is a major Hindu temple located in Ayodhya in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Ayodhya is called the city of Lord Sri Rama. It is believed that one has to see Lord Hanuman before seeing Lord Rama in Ayodhya. The main attraction of this temple is the astonishingly small idol of Lord Hanuman installed in this temple which is only 6 inches. The main temple houses the idol of Anjani Mata along with Bal Hanuman.

The Temple

In the sanctum sanctorum, a sitting statue of Shri Hanuman ji installed facing north. Every Tuesday and Saturday, a gold crown is worn on the head of Hanuman ji. Red on Sunday, white on Monday, red on Tuesday, green on Wednesday, white on Thursday, and black on Saturday. Four silver rings placed on the seat of Shri Hanuman ji in sequence, which means the protection of the four directions. In the sanctum sanctorum, there is Shri Ram’s court at the back.

Hanuman’s sanctum has four gates, all of which made of silver. Shri Hanuman Ji’s face is red with vermilion and jasmine oil, which is very dear to Shri Hanuman ji. The necklace of big flowers around the neck very beautiful. Aarti performed four times for Shri Hanuman ji. This as follows – Mangal Aarti in the morning, Bhog Aarti in the afternoon, Singar Aarti in the evening, and Shayan Aarti in the night.

Hanumangarhi Temple, Ayodhya located in the heart of the city and reached by about 76 steps to enter the temple complex. This temple can be seen from a distance as it is located on the highest peak of the city. There is no clear evidence of the construction of this temple. But how ancient the temple can be guessed from the fact that symbols brought from Lanka as symbols of victory also kept at the same time which still taken out on special occasions and worshiped at different places. Hanuman seated in the temple believed to be the current king of Ayodhya.

Legend

Hanuman believed to always reside in this temple. This temple situated in front of Sri Ram Mandir which the most prominent temple in India. It said that Lord Hanuman protects Rama’s land and city and Lord Rama gave this place to Hanuman.

Lord Rama gave this boon to Hanumanji that it is mandatory for any devotee to come to Ayodhya for my darshan, first to worship Hanuman ji and have darshan. This holy city of Ayodhya is located on the banks of river Saryu and taking a bath in the river Sarayu washes away sins. But before that, it is mandatory to take the blessings and orders of Lord Hanuman.

It believed that Hanuman lived here and protected Ayodhya. One has to climb 76 steps to reach the temple located above. The main temple complex has an idol of Anjana Devi with Bal Hanuman on her lap. Hanumangarhi Temple, Ayodhya built in the 10th century. It said that worshiping the deity blessed with good health and wealth.

Festivals

All Hindu festivals celebrated in the Hanumangarhi Temple, Ayodhya but Ram Navami, Hanuman Jayanti, and Diwali festivals are prominent.

Thousands of devotees reach the temple on Hanuman Jayanti, Sri Ram Navami, and other major festivals. Devotees take a holy bath in the Sarayu River after the darshan of Hanuman Ji. Aarti performed to the deity. One can observe bhajan groups chanting and singing on the temple premises.

Best time to visit: November-June.
Darshan Ticket Price: Free Entry
Dress Code: Any modest clothing allowed.
Photography allowed inside and outside the temple complex.

Hanumangarhi Temple, Ayodhya Timings:

Morning Timings: 4:00 am – 1:00 pm

Evening Timings: 3:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Temple timings may vary on festival days.

How to reach Hanumangarhi Temple, Ayodhya

The nearest airport is Faizabad which is 8 km away. Lucknow Airport is 150 km from the temple.

On The Train

The nearest railway station is at Faizabad which is 8 km away. Faizabad well connected to major cities across the country.

By Road

Direct buses to Ayodhya are available from Lucknow, Agra and other major cities. The temple is at a walkable distance from the bus and railway stations.

There are 200 shops for fruits, flowers, and prasad around the temple. The temple situated on about three acres. Dahkosi and Panchkosi Parikrama in Ayodhya: About 80 percent of the devotees who come to participate, definitely have darshan of Hanumangarhi. Around 50-60 lakh devotees visit in the whole year.

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