Shri Bade Hanuman Ji Mandir

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Location: Allahabad Fort, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh 211005, India.

Estimated Visiting Time: 1-2 hours.

Shri Bade Hanuman Ji Mandir is on the bank of two sacred rivers, Ganga and Yamuna Sangam, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India. The devotees here worship the Hanuman Ji. “The temple has been constructed below ground level.”. This is the only underground temple in the world where the seat of the idol of Lord Hanuman is tilted backward. The length of the idol of the Lord is 8.10 feet, which remains below the temple. Legend has said that the entire goodness of Sangam is only completed if you see Hanuman Ji. The temple celebrates festivals like Narak Chaturdashi, Ram Navami, and Hanuman Jayanti. The best time to visit the temple is during the winter season. This time, the weather remains pleasant, and you can feel serene from the atmosphere.

Attraction

The main fascinating attraction of the temple is ‘It is only an underground temple.’ What makes the temple unique is its lying style & position. Half part sinks into the water, and the other half remains on the surface. No temple in the world is built below the ground level. The idol is lying in a position of 8.1 feet, sinking into the Ganga River. They celebrated some occasions in the temple, such as Narak Chaturdashi, Ram Navami, and Hanuman Jayanti, with respect. During these festivals, the temple is decorated with various flowers and lights, which create a panoramic view.

History

Shri Bade Hanuman ji Mandir, also known as Lete Huye Hanuman Temple, has a rich history. It takes you back 700 years when the idol sank into water and sand and remained invisible for centuries.
There is a myth that a prosperous trader desired a son who lived in Kannauj. So, he wanted to build a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman at Vidhyachal Hills to fulfill his wish. Then, he made a stone idol of Lord Hanuman Ji. When he moved this idol from Vindhyachal to his kingdom by boat on the Ganga River, the boat broke down at night in Prayagraj. As a result, the idol drowned in the Ganga River. Later on, he built a temple to worship the reclining Hanuman Ji. Then, at the time of Aurangzeb, he tried to withdraw the idol from the temple in 1400AD. He appointed 100 soldiers for some days, but they failed to remove the idol.

Inside/Outside Views

Let Huye Hanuman Temple, or Shri Bade Hanuman Ji mandir, stand near the bank of the Ganga River and Yamuna River in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India. The temple stands near Sangam, which is known for its spiritual significance. Devotees come here to achieve blessings from Lord Hanuman Ji. It is believed that the entire Sangam will be completed when you see the idol of Hanuman Ji. Inside the temple, you can darshan, the half-submerged idol of Hanuman Ji. The outside view of the temple is awe-inspiring. Devotees are offering vermilion or Sindoor to Lord Hanuman. The idol is unique in its reclining position. During the monsoon season, the water level of the Ganga River rises and touches the feet of Bhagwan Hanuman. The entire atmosphere is so quiet and peaceful. People can gain blessings from the Lord here.

Opening Hours

Wednesday 5 AM- 2 PM, 4:30-9 PM
Thursday 5 AM- 2 PM, 4:30-9 PM
Friday 5 AM- 2 PM, 4:30-9 PM
Saturday 5 AM- 2 PM, 4:30-9 PM
Sunday 5 AM- 2 PM, 4:30-9 PM
Monday 5 AM- 2 PM, 4:30-9 PM
Tuesday 5 AM- 2 PM, 4:30-9 PM

Entry & Others Fees

Free for all visitors.

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How to Reach

By Air: Bamrauli Airport is 12 kilometers from Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh. Kanpur, Varanasi, and Lucknow airports are also very close to Bamrauli Airport. Taxis and other motor vehicles are always available from the airport to any place in Allahabad. The airport is well-connected to Delhi and other areas of India. You can easily reach your desired place from the airport by using any vehicle.

By Road: You can also reach Allahabad by Road. The nearest bus stand to the fort is the Civil Lines Bus Stand, which is approximately 6 kilometers away from the mandir. Besides, the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) provides an excellent bus service from major Indian cities such as Meerut, Delhi, and Jhansi to Allahabad. You can take a cab or an auto-rickshaw from the bus stand to reach the mandir.

By Train: The nearest railway station to the mandir is Allahabad Junction. It is well-connected to every city of Allahabad. It is approximately 8 kilometers away from the mandir. You can quickly get any cab or vehicle from here to reach the mandir.