Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple - Located on the Banks of Assi River

Hanuman Jayanti Celebration

Spiritual Discourses

Prasad Distribution

Architectural Marvel

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

Name: Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
Rating: 4.5

Varanasi Uttar Pradesh

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Temple Timings : 4:30 AM - 12:00 PM; 3:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Tuesday & Saturday: 4:30 AM - 12:00 PM; 3:00 PM - 12:00 PM

Aarti Timings : 4:30 am, 12:00 noon
3:00 pm, 8:00 pm
9:30 pm, 10:30 pm (Tuesday & Saturday)
12:00 night (Tuesday & Saturday)

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, Varanasi Overview

The Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is situated by the River Assi and was built in the 1900s by the freedom fighter Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya. It is dedicated to Lord Rama and Hanuman. Varanasi is always related to Sankat Mochan Temple and is an essential part of this holy city. Every person visiting Varanasi visits this temple and pay their respects to Hanuman.

The laddoo offered at this temple is essentially famous among the locals.While visiting Sankat Mochan be aware of the monkeys who throng the temple premises and tend to steal away the prasad. However, they are totally harmless if you let them be on their own.

1. Hanuman Jayanti Celebration

The temple comes alive during the grand celebration of Hanuman Jayanti, attracting a multitude of devotees.

2. Spiritual Discourses

Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, the deity known as the "Reliever of Troubles," the temple attracts devotees and visitors seeking solace and blessings. The temple often hosts spiritual discourses and cultur (Read More)al events, providing an enriching experience for visitors.

3. Prasad Distribution

Devotees can partake in the prasad distributed after the aarti, adding a sacred touch to the visit.

4. Architectural Marvel

The temple's architecture exudes a serene charm with its traditional North Indian style. The main deity, Lord Hanuman, is enshrined within the sanctum sanctorum, and the temple complex is adorned with (Read More) intricate carvings and vibrant paintings depicting various episodes from Hindu mythology.