Hanuman Garhi
Hanuman Garhi is a 10th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, located in the city of Ayodhya in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The contains the statue of Maa Anjani, with Bal Hanuman seated on her lap. The size of the Hanuman idol is 6 inches. 76 steps lead to the temple. It is a custom that one should first visit the Lord Hanuman temple before going to the Ram temple.
When Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya after getting victory over Ravana, Hanumanji started living here. That is why it was named Hanumangarh or Hanuman Kot. It was from here that Hanumanji used to protect Ramkot.
Mahima – The Importance of Hanuman Garhi
When Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya after getting victory over Ravana, Hanumanji started living here. That is why it was named Hanumangarh or Hanuman Kot. A silver tulsi garland, inscribed with the name of Rama is adorned by Hanuman.
Constructed in the shape of a fort, this place of worship of Lord Hanuman is situated in the centre of the town. A massive structure in the shape of a four sided fort with circular bastions at each corner houses the temple.
This shrine is under the charge of Bairagi Mahants of Ramanandi Sampradaya and Nirvani Akhara.
The verses of the Hanuman Chalisa are inscribed on the temple walls. The temple features a Victory Pillar, known as Vijay Stambh
Temple Timings & Darshan
Timing: 4.00 am to
How to book: https://bhadradritemple.telangana.gov.in/fservices/index.php?sid=1
Prices: https://bhadradritemple.telangana.gov.in/arjithasevas/
How to Reach
Ayodhya Airport:
Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya Dham
Other Nearby Airports:
Lucknow International Airport (152 Kms)
Gorakhpur Airport (158 Kms)
Prayagraj Airport (172 Kms )
Varanasi Airport (224 Kms)
Ayodhya Dham junction railway station has been renovated and inaugurated by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Faizabad and Ayodhya are major railway stations of the district and are well connected to almost all major cities and towns. By Rail route Faizabad is 128 kms. from Lucknow, 171 kms. from Gorakhpur, 157 kms. from Allahabad and 196 kms from Varanasi. By Rail route Ayodhya is 135 kms. from Lucknow, 164 kms. from Gorakhpur, 164 kms. from Allahabad and 189 kms from Varanasi.
Services of Uttar Pradesh Transport Corporation buses are available 24 hours a day, and it is very easy to reach here from all places. By Road Faizabad is 152 kms from Lucknow, 158 kms from Gorakhpur, 172 kms from Allahabad and 224 kms from Varanasi. By Road Ayodhya is 172 kms from Lucknow, 138 kms from Gorakhpur, 192 kms from Allahabad and 244 kms from Varanasi.
