Panchamukhi Hanuman Temple
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📍 Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu
National SignificanceBelieved to be the place where Hanuman revealed his Panchamukhi form to kill Mayil Ravana.
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🕉️ Spiritual Details
Lord Hanuman
Hanuman Temple
Panchamukhi Hanuman
✨ Spiritual Highlights
Panchamukhi Hanuman is believed to grant extraordinary protection and inner power. Devotees pray here to overcome impossible challenges, hidden enemies, and major obstacles, while gaining courage, clarity, and strong willpower.
The temple houses sacred floating stones believed to be part of the Sethu Bandhanam built by Lord Rama’s army. These stones are considered living proof of the Ramayana, and many devotees believe worship here brings relief from fears and long-standing problems.
Prayers to all five faces.
Worshipping at this temple is believed to bring fearlessness, mental peace, confidence, and emotional stability. It is especially beneficial for those seeking protection, success in struggles, and freedom from negative influences.
📖 About Panchamukhi Hanuman Temple
Panchamukhi Hanuman Temple, also known as Panchamukha Anjaneya Temple, is situated about two kilometers from the sacred Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu. This revered temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman in his rare five-faced form, symbolizing supreme protection and divine strength. The idol of Hanuman is uniquely depicted with five faces and is traditionally covered with senthooram, a sacred vermilion applied by saints and devotees over many generations. The temple is an important stop for pilgrims undertaking the Rameshwaram yatra and is visited by almost every devotee who comes to the holy town.
🏛️ Architecture & Heritage
Modern with traditional elements (Ramayana Period)
🎉 Festivals & Celebrations
Hanuman Jayanti: Chaitra Pournami (March–April), Margazhi Month: December–January (Every Saturday auspicious), Ram Navami: March–April (Navami Tithi)
Ramayana-related rituals
🙏 Rituals & Traditions
Five-faced worship
👕 Visitor Guidelines
Modest, traditional attire recommended Men: Dhoti / Pants with shirt Women: Saree / Salwar kameez Avoid shorts, sleeveless tops, or revealing clothing
Located 2 km from Ramanathaswamy Temple, Easily reachable by: Local buses or Auto-rickshaws
🕉️ Divine Snapshot
Lord Hanuman
Hanuman Temple
Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu
Near the Ramanathaswamy Temple (West Gate),Rameswaram, Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu, 623526.
✈️ How to Reach
Madurai International Airport (IXM), roughly 174-182 km
Rameshwaram Railway Station (RMM) (approx. 1-3 km).
Rameshwaram Bus Stand (approx. 1.9 km, 5-minute drive).
The temple is close to the seashore, light cotton clothing, drinking water, and sun protection are recommended. Visiting it along with the nearby Ramanathaswamy Temple and other Rameshwaram attractions will help you make the most of your pilgrimage.
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Ramanathaswamy Temple,Dhanushkodi,Adam’s Bridge (Rama Setu)