About Hanuman Garhi
The picturesque location of the Hanuman Garhi Temple is known to all those who have admired the beauty of Nainital. The temple was constructed by a famous local saint, Baba Neem Karoli, in the year 1950. Legend has it that being a devout worshipper, Lord Hanuman had once ripped open his chest to reveal the image of Lord Rama and Sita Mata reigning in his heart. The same event is illustrated in the image at this temple.
Adjacent to the temple stands a huge statue of Lord Hanuman, carrying a beautiful golden umbrella. The statue is seraphic in its appearance. Apart from the religious importance it holds, this place is also famous for its naturally perfect location that allows the visitors to witness a scenic vision of the sun gliding up and down the mountain.
Festivals Celebrated at Hanuman Garhi
Being the land of Lord Rama, Ayodhya celebrates various Hindu festivals dedicated to both Ram and Hanuman. The main festivals that are celebrated with the utmost spirit of festivity in Ayodhya are Ram Navmi, Ram Leela, Diwali, Dusshera and Hanuman Jayanti. Diwali, Dussehra are celebrated in the month of October or November depending on the new moon night. Ram Navmi and Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated in the month of April. You can also attend the Ram Navmi Mela in Ayodhya. During the period of various Hindu festivals, the temple is decorated and lighted with the numerous festival lights. The temple perched at a mountain top looks absolutely stunning during the festive season.
How to Reach Hanuman Garhi
Well connected by roads, railways and other transport facilities. You need to take climb the 76 stairs to reach the temple.
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Tips
1. Take care while doing Deity darshan and beware of accidents as the 'murthis' are huge and bulky and avoid littering in the temple premises.
2. Photography is not allowed inside the temple.
3. Carry your water bottles and eatables with you.
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