Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
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📍 Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
National SignificanceSankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is one of the most revered Hanuman temples in India, located in Varanasi. It is believed to relieve devotees from troubles, fears, and obstacles.
🕒 Practical Information
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🕉️ Spiritual Details
Lord Hanuman
Hindu Temple
Sankat Mochan Hanuman
✨ Spiritual Highlights
The deity is believed to have the power to remove severe troubles, fears, and negative energies from devotees lives.
Many devotees believe that sincere prayers at this temple bring relief from long-standing problems, illnesses, and mental distress.
Devotees offer ladoos, boondi, flowers, and sindoor, and chant the Hanuman Chalisa with devotion.
Worship brings courage, peace of mind, protection, and success in personal and professional life.
📖 About Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, situated in Varanasi near the Assi River, is a highly sacred shrine dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Founded by the saint-poet Goswami Tulsidas in the 16th century, the temple is deeply connected to the Ramcharitmanas tradition. The deity is worshipped as Sankat Mochan, the remover of difficulties, and the temple attracts millions of devotees seeking relief from problems, fear, and negative influences.
🏛️ Architecture & Heritage
North Indian Temple Architecture (16th Century)
Sindoor offerings and sacred idols
🎉 Festivals & Celebrations
Hanuman Jayanti (March–April), Ram Navami (March–April)
Sankat Mochan Sangeet Samaroh (April)
🙏 Rituals & Traditions
Daily aarti, Hanuman Chalisa chanting, special poojas on Tuesdays and Saturdays
Tuesday and Saturday worship
Boondi, ladoo
👕 Visitor Guidelines
Modest and traditional attire is recommended
The temple is easily accessible by road and located within Varanasi city limits
🕉️ Divine Snapshot
Lord Hanuman
Hindu Temple
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
Durgakund, Jawahar Nagar Colony, Bhelupur, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005
✈️ How to Reach
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi
Varanasi Junction
Lanka Bus Stand
Visit early morning or evening to avoid crowds; Tuesdays and Saturdays are especially crowded.
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Assi Ghat, Banaras Hindu University, Kashi Vishwanath Temple