Delhi Prachin Hanuman Mandir – Guide
The Delhi Prachin Hanuman Mandir is an ancient temple dedicated to the child Hanuman from the Mahabharata period. It is believed to be one of the five temples established by the Pandavas in Delhi. Located in the heart of Delhi Connaught Place on Baba Kharag Singh Marg, this temple is special in many ways. The chanting of Shri Ram Jairam Jai jai Ram continues continuously in this temple from 1st August 1964 till today. For which it has also been included in the Guinness Book
History of this Temple
The form of the present Delhi Prachin Hanuman Mandir came in front of the devotees in the year 1724 when Maharaja Jai Singh of the then princely state of Jaipur got it renovated again. Prior to that, this divine temple of Lord Hanuman located at Connaught Place was battling with attacks and terrorist atrocities. There are also stories of many attacks on this temple during the period of Mughal rulers. On the pillars of the main gate, the entire Sunderkand’s quadrupeds are carved.
Delhi Prachin Hanuman Mandir Timings
Delhi Prachin Hanuman Mandir opens at 4:00 AM in the morning and close at 11:00 PM in the evening. Morning aarti is performed at 7:00 AM in the morning and evening aarti is performed at 8:00 PM in the evening.
Saturday | 04:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 AM & 08:00 PM |
Sunday | 04:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 AM & 08:00 PM |
Monday | 04:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 AM & 08:00 PM |
Tuesday | 04:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 AM & 08:00 PM |
Wednesday | 04:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 AM & 08:00 PM |
Thursday | 04:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 AM & 08:00 PM |
Friday | 04:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 AM & 08:00 PM |
Places to visit near this Temple
Lotus Temple
This temple built in the shape of a lotus flower is located near the Nehru Place metro station in South Delhi. You will be surprised to know that no idol is installed inside this temple because it is a Baha’i worship temple which introduces peace in the world.
Red Fort
If you are a history lover, then to know some important aspects related to it closely, you can go to see the historical building Red Fort, which is located in Old Delhi, where thousands of tourists come every day. This is the place where every year the Indian Prime Minister hoists the flag on 15th August.
Qutub Minar
The oldest monument of Delhi, Kutub Minar is a sign of the history of India when the British ruled the land of India. All of you must have read about Kutub Minar sometime or the other. It has been placed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Jantar Mantar
Jantar Mantar, located in Connaught Place Palace Circle Parliament Road, New Delhi, is an observatory which was built in ancient times to know the time and direction of the planets.
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How to reach Delhi Prachin Hanuman Mandir
By Air- The nearest airport from Prachin Hanuman Mandir is IGI international airport Delhi which is at a distance of about few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By metro- The nearest metro station from Delhi Prachin Hanuman Mandir is Rajiv chowk metro station which is at a walking distance from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by just walking few steps.
By Train- The nearest railway station from Prachin Hanuman Mandir is new Delhi railway station which is at a distance of about few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.
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