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| Hanuman Mandir, Prayagraj | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| Deity | Hanuman |
| Festivals | Hanuman Jayanti, Ram Navami, Narak Chaturdashi |
| Location | |
| Location | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India |
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| Architecture | |
| Type | Hindu temple |
| Creator | Baba Balagiri Ji Maharaj (Installation of the idol) |
| Established | Approximately 700 years ago |
| Website | |
| Official Website | |
Bade Hanuman Mandir, also known as Lete Hanuman Ji Mandir, is a renowned Hindu temple situated near the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India. The temple is notable for its unique reclining idol of Hanuman, which becomes partially submerged during the monsoon season. This feature, along with its historical and cultural significance, attracts millions of devotees annually, especially during the Kumbh Mela.[1][2]
Location and accessibility[edit | edit source]
The temple is located approximately 1 km from the Triveni Sangam and 7 km from the Prayagraj Railway Station. It is situated near the Allahabad Fort and is easily accessible by road, making it a prominent pilgrimage destination.[3][4]
Historical significance[edit | edit source]
The temple's origins date back approximately 700 years. According to legend, a wealthy but childless businessman from Kannauj commissioned an idol of Hanuman from stones found in the Vindhyachal hills. After leaving the idol at Prayagraj during his pilgrimage to the Triveni Sangam, he was blessed with a son. The idol was later discovered by Baba Balagiri Ji Maharaj while preparing a dhuni (sacred site for worship) and was installed at its current location.[5][6][7]
In 1582, Akbar was looking for a place to strengthen his hold on the rebellion going on in eastern India including Magadh, Awadh and Bengal. His experts attempted to relocate the temple,[8] but Hanuman's statue would not move. Akbar eventually built the wall of his fort behind the temple and dedicated the land for Hanuman.[9][10]
Unique features[edit | edit source]
- Reclining Idol: The 20-foot-long reclining idol of Hanuman is the only one of its kind in the world.[2]
- Seasonal Submersion: During the monsoon, the idol becomes partially submerged due to rising water levels, symbolizing Hanuman's humility and devotion.[11][12]
Temple timings and festivals[edit | edit source]
- Timings: The temple is open daily from 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM and from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. On Tuesdays and Saturdays, it remains open until 10:00 PM.[citation needed]
- Festivals: Major festivals celebrated here include Hanuman Jayanti, Ram Navami, and Narak Chaturdashi.[13][14]
Recent developments[edit | edit source]
The temple is undergoing extensive renovations and beautification in preparation for the 2025 Prayag Kumbh Mela. Initiatives include the expansion of the sanctum sanctorum, construction of a Parikrama Path, new shops, parking areas, and upgraded entrance gates.[15][16][17]
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "MSN". www.msn.com. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: 7 places (including mandirs) to visit in Prayagraj". The Indian Express. 27 January 2025. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ "Bade Hanuman temple sees rise in footfall". The Times of India. 2 January 2025. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ "Mahakumbh 2025: Path to Bade Hanuman temple to be widened". Hindustan Times. 9 June 2023. Archived from the original on 16 January 2024. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ Mallick, Anurag (5 March 2024). "Prayagraj: A confluence of stories". Indulgexpress. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ Singh, Priyanshu (21 December 2024). "Mahakumbh 2025 Prayagraj : प्रयागराज के बड़े हनुमान मंदिर का इतिहास। हर साल गंगा खुद कराती हैं स्नान". IBC24 News : Chhattisgarh News, Madhya Pradesh News, Chhattisgarh News Live , Madhya Pradesh News Live, Chhattisgarh News In Hindi, Madhya Pradesh In Hindi (in हिन्दी). Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ "Going for Maha Kumbh 2025? 5 famous temples in Prayagraj you shouldn't miss". www.indiatvnews.com. 25 December 2024. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ "प्रयागराज का लेटे हनुमानजी मंदिर, जिसके आसपास किला बनवाना चाहता था अकबर लेकिन..." आज तक (in हिन्दी). 22 September 2021. Retrieved 15 February 2025.
- ↑ "जब हनुमान जी के आगे अकबर हो गया था नतमस्तक, बेहद रोचक और दिलचस्प है प्रयागराज के इस मंदिर की कहानी". www.timesnowhindi.com (in हिन्दी). 27 September 2021. Retrieved 15 February 2025.
- ↑ "7 mandirs and other places to visit in Prayagraj if you're at the Maha Kumbh Mela". The Indian Express. 5 February 2025. Retrieved 15 February 2025.
- ↑ "Floodwater enters Bade Hanuman temple premises". The Times of India. 8 August 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ "Ganga, Yamuna in spate, river water enters Bade Hanuman temple in Prayagraj". www.en.etemaaddaily.com. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ "Huge rush of devotees at 'Lete Hue Hanuman Ji' temple in Prayagraj on occasion of Bada Mangal". news.abplive.com. 28 May 2024. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ "UP: Devotees offer prayers at Lete Hanuman Mandir on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti in Prayagraj". ANI News. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ "Work on Bade Hanuman temple corridor starts with bhoomi pujan". The Times of India. 31 July 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ "Maha Kumbh: Hanuman temple renovation underway, ropeway project to start soon". The Times of India. 4 April 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ↑ "Sangam City temples to be revamped for Mahakumbh". The Times of India. 4 June 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
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