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Siddhatek Ganpati Temple – Ashtavinayak Guide – Timings, Poojas, and Significance

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Siddhatek Ganpati Temple – Being one of the Ashtavinayaka temples in Maharashtra, the Siddhatek Ganpati temple is dedicated to the Hindu God, Lord Ganesha. It is present in the Ahmednagar district and is close to the Daund railway station. It is a sacred tourist destination for pilgrims all around the world.

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Siddhatek Ganpati Temple – Facts

Deity Lord Ganesha
Location Ahmednagar in Maharashtra
Significance Right-Trunked Lord Ganesh idol
Best Time to Visit July to November
Darshan Timings 4:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Entry Fees Free
Vehicle Parking Fees Free
Dress Code Traditional
Festivals Ganesh Chaturthi, Bhadrapad and Magh Chaturthi
FairsVijayadashami and Somavati Amavasya
Architecture Hindu temple style

On giving appropriate donations temple trust or poojari performs Abhishek, Pooja and Sahastravartan. Prasad and holy ashes are sent by post.

What are the timings of Siddhatek Ganpati Temple?

Here are the timings of Siddhatek Ganapati mandir:

Timings From To
Regular Temple Timings 5 AM 9:30 PM
Morning Aarti 4:30 AM
Dhoop Aarti Timing 9 PM

Which Poojas and Rituals take place at Siddhatek Ganpati?

The poojas and rituals that take place at Siddhatek Ganapati are:

Timings From
Saharan Pooja 5:00 AM
Khichdi 10 AM
Panchamriti Pooja 11 AM
Mahabhog 12:30 PM

Rules for performing pooja of Siddhivinayak are observed very strictly as such devotees are not allowed to do pooja personally.

Idol of Lord Ganesh at Siddhatek Ganpati Temple
The divine idol of Lord Ganesh in the sanctum of Siddhatek Ganpati Temple.

What is the significance of Siddhatek Ganpati Temple?

Siddhatek Ganpati is along the river Bhima and is in Karjat taluka of Ahmednagar. The Ganesha idol here has his trunk to the right side and is named as Siddhi Vinayaka. Usually, the trunk is towards left and the right trunked Ganesha is very powerful and hard to please.

  • Siddhatek Ganpati Mandir is also famous as Jagrut Kshetra.
  • The Siddhatek Ganpati Mandir consists of black stones faces the north direction.
  • The Garbhagriha or the sanctum is 15ft in height and 10 ft in width. It has Jaya-Vijaya, the gatekeepers of Vishnu’s abode adjoining the main idol of Siddhivinayaka.
  • The Siddhatek Ganpati Mandir has a dome-shaped ceiling and the deity and the Ganesha image is self-existent. This is a natural icon in the form of an elephant.
  • The sanctum also has a Shiva – Panchayatana along with a shrine dedicated to Goddess Shivai.
  • Devotees can see the icon seated cross-legged with his consort siddhi located nearby. The Almighty remains covered with flower garlands and sindoor paste.

What is the history of Siddhatek Ganpati Temple?

The history of Siddhatek Ganapati says that Lord Vishnu built the auspicious shrine. It was later destroyed over time and a cowherd had a vision of this temple who ultimately found the icon of Siddhi Vinayaka. From then on, the cowherd began worshipping the deity and this shrine became popular.

Sardar Haripant Phadke was the commander in chief and an official of the Peshwa rulers. He built the Nagarkhana or the chamber which is the home to Nagaras and a paved road leading to the main door of the temple. Moreover, he worshipped the deity for 21 days and circled the temple 21 times daily.

Ahilyabai Holkar, the Philosopher Queen of Indore built the Siddhatek Ganpati temple in its present form. The Ganapatya, a particular Sect of people that worships Ganesha as the Supreme Almighty, Saint Morya Gosavi, and Narayan Maharaj worshipped at the temple where they attained siddhi.

As such Siddhatek is holy place where God Vishnu, Sage Vyas and Bhrushundi, hermit Morya Gosavi and Narayan Maharaj had attained siddhi.

What are the legends of Siddhatek Ganpati Temple?

As per the legends, the ‘Mudgala Purana’ describes the events relating to the beginning of the Creation. Lord Brahma emerged from the lotus that rises from Lord Vishnu’s navel. While creating the universe, Vishnu was in his yoga Nidra and two demons rise from the dirt in his ear.

Then the demons, namely, Madhu and Kaitabha disturbed the process of creation which made Lord Vishnu rise from his sleep. But, Vishnu was unable to defeat them and asked Lord Shiva for help. So, Shiva told him that he has forgotten to invoke Lord Ganesha before the fight.

Consecutively, Vishnu performed penance at Siddhatek and invoked the God of beginning and obstacle removal. Ganesha defeated all the demons, and it is in this place that Vishnu acquired Siddhi. Hence the place became famous as Siddhatek.

What is the Architecture of Siddhatek Ganpati Temple?

Architecture of Siddhatek Ganpati temple
The Hindu Style architecture of Siddhatek Ganpati Temple.

The temple is developed in dark stone which faces north. The temple has a sabha-mandapa of dark stone and another sabha-mandapa, which is a later expansion. The threshold of the primary temple has a little demonic head mold. The temple likewise has a Nagarkhana.

The Garbhagriha (sanctum) is 15 ft high and 10 ft wide. It has the Jaya-Vijaya – the guards of Vishnu’s home, flanking the focal symbol of Siddhivinayaka. It has a vault formed a stone roof. Like all Ashtavinayaka places of worship, the focal Ganesha idol is accepted to be Swayambu.

The focal icon of Siddhi-Vinayaka is seated cross-legged with his associate Siddhi situated close-by, however regularly she is covered up with blossom laurels and the sindoor paste that covers the image. The idol is sheathed in metal and with its trunk turned to the right. The sanctum likewise has a Shiva-Panchayatana and a place of worship to goddess Shivai.

Which festivals are celebrated at Siddhatek Ganpati Temple?

Ganesh Chaturthi Festival
Ganesh Chaturthi Festival in Siddhatek Temple

There are many festivals that are observed in this temple premises, such as:

  1. Bhadrapath: Lord Ganesh’s birth celebrations known as Ganesh Chaturthi or Vinayak Chaturthi is a key festival in the state of Maharashtra. Moreover, in Pali, Lord Ballaleshwar’s birthday is a five-day festival from Bhadrapath Shudh 1 to Bhadrapath Shudh 5 (August – September)
  2. Ganesh Jayanti: Another festival that draws visitors from all across India is Ganesh Jayanti. It is another popular occasion that celebrates the birthday of Ganesha on the fourth day of the Hindu month of Magha.
  3. Fairs and Celebration: Vijayadasami and Somavati Amavasya, a no-moon day that falls on a Monday are also important days on which the temple organizes a festival and a fair.
  4. Magh: The Magh Utsav is an important festival at the Siddhatek Temple.  Here, the celebrations are held from Magh Shudh 1 to Magh Shudh 6 (January – February). During this period, devotees conduct Bhajans, Kirtans and several programs.
  5. Holi: The colorful festival of Holi is in the month of Phalgun (February/March), on Phalgun Shudh Poornima.
  6. Shravan: Janmashtami or Krishna Ashtami, Lord Krishna’s birthday is celebrated here with a Dahi Handi event during Shravan ( July- August)

How to Reach Siddhatek Ganpati Mandir?

Here’s how to reach Siddhatek Ganapati mandir:

  • Air – The nearest airport is Pune Lohegaon Airport. There are numerous numbers of taxis and buses that will take you to Siddhatek from outside the airport.
  • Train – Daund Junction Railway Station, which is 18 km away, is the nearest railway station on the Pune – Solapur line. Mumbai Hyderabad Express, Jhelum Express, Nanded Pune Express, Mumbai Nagercoil Express, Konark Express, and Udyan Express passes through Daund Junction Railway Station.
  • Road – An alternate route is the long route of 48 km from Daund-Kashti-Pedgoan. In the morning hours, many buses ply from Pune directly to Siddhtek.
  • Boat – Buses are available from Pune and Daund to a village called Shirapur, which is a kilometer away from Siddhatek. From there, one can get on a boat to reach the temple.

Where to stay near Siddhatek Ganpati Mandir?

There are budget as well as luxurious hotels available to stay during your visit to Siddhatek Ganpati.  However, for people looking to stay at Siddhatek, prior booking is a must. One can call the Siddhatek Ganpati Mandir priest, Shree Gajanan Purohit to make prior arrangements near the Siddhatek Ganpati Mandir.

 If you are a single traveler and looking to save up on your budget, then dormitories or sharing rooms are a great alternative. For people traveling with families, there are double, triple and four beds available for rent.

Irrespective of the size of your room, all modern amenities are available in the hotels. From private balconies to basic electronic gadgets and free internet, the hotel staff provides all sorts of comfort to meet the requirements of a modern-day traveler.

Siddhatek temple trust is under control of Chinchwad Temple Trust. Temple trust is constructing a building fo r the purpose of devotees.

Where to eat near Siddhatek Ganpati Mandir?

Maharastrian Cuisine
Maharastrian Cusisine can be enjoyed by devotees while visiting Siddhatek Ganpati Temple.

There are quite a few other options available for good food :

  • Free food is provided inside the temple from 12:30 pm to 2 pm.
  • In addition, the people of Siddhatek are very friendly and cordial in nature. One can try the conventional Jhunka-Bhakri meal by paying a small amount to the natives.
  • By the banks of the Bhima, on the Pune side, one can find village women preparing wholesome, tasty Maharashtrian food. For Rs 35 per meal, diners may have unlimited Bhakri which are rotis made with a choice of jowar/ bajra/ wheat flour, on stone stoves, pithala, and some vegetable dish. 

What are the other Ashtavinayak Temples?

Ashtavinayak Temple
The divine idols of Lord Ganesh from different Ashtavinayak Temples.

Here’s a list of the other Ashtavinayak Temples:

  1. Mayureshwar Temple, Morgaon: Devotees begin and end their journey at the Mayureshwar Temple. Further, the temple got its name after the legend of Mayureshwar – Lord Ganesh riding a peacock, who defeated a demon at this place.
  2. Girijatmaj Temple, Lenyadri: Goddess Parvathi performed penance at this place to have a child. Then, her prayers were answered when Lord Ganesh was born. The temple gets its name from the words Girija (Parvathi) and Atmaj (son).
  3. Ballaleshwar Temple, Pali: This temple is named after Lord Ganesh’s devotee Ballal. This is the only Ganesh Temple whose name is after a devotee.
  4. Varad Vinayak Temple, Mahad: Lord Ganesh is referred to as Varadha Vinayak, the Lord who grants boons and wishes. It is in Mahad, 146 km from the Girijatmaj
  5. Chintamani Temple, Theur: Lord Ganesh retrieved the invaluable jewel – Chintamani from a greedy demon and given it back to sage Kapila. The sage rewarded Lord Ganesh by placing around Lord Ganesh’s neck and hence was the name, Chintamani Vinayak.
  6. Vighneshwar Vinayak Temple, Ozar: Lord Indra sent Vighnasur to disturb King Abhinandan’s prayer. The troubled devotees turned to Lord Ganesh who defeated the demon at this place.
  7. Mahaganapati Temple, Ranjangaon:  Lord Shiva worshipped Lord Ganesh here before proceeding to defeat the demon Tripurasura.

The place where Sage Bhrushandi had performed penances is nearer to the temple.

What are some temples near Siddhatek Ganapati temple?

Temples near Siddhatek Ganpati Temple
Few of the more renowned and important temples near Siddhatek Ganpati Temple.

Some temples near Siddhatek Ganapati temple are:

  1. Vishal Ganpati Mandir- This temple is for Lord Ganesha. It is a 100-year-old temple. It presents a spectacular sight with a red-colored idol. The Ganesha sits posture and has a Shivalinga coiled by a snake that originates from the navel.
  2. Shani Temple- One of the unique things about this temple is that there is no idol present in the temple. Only a black stone stands on a beautiful platform. The native’s belief that this stone has extraordinary powers which protect the village from all sorts of evil.
  3. Shirdi Sai Baba Temple– Being located only at a distance of 80 km from Ahmednagar, thousands of devotees throng to this place every day. Shirdi Sai Baba was a famous saint. Moreover, people considered him as the reincarnation of God by the pilgrims. This temple is in Shirdi itself.
  4. Renuka Temple- This shrine is for Goddess Durga. It is also among few of the temples that enjoy huge adulation and respect among the local people. As it is a Devi temple, devotees celebrate the Navaratri festival here with lots of fervor.
  5. Siddheshwar Temple- This beautiful temple has both a grand architecture along with a natural atmosphere. Also, this popular shrine, in fact, needs no introduction among both the devotees and the tourists visiting this holy place.

Frequently Asked Questions about Siddhatek Ganpati Temple –

Is there online booking available for Siddhatek Ganpati Temple?

Entry to the temple is free and no booking is needed to visit the temple.

What is the nearest airport to Siddhatek Ganpati Temple?

The nearest airport is Pune Lohegaon Airport.

What is the temperature in Siddhatek Ganpati Temple?

The maximum temperature in summer can reach till 35°C. The minimum temperature that can fall down is 13°C in winter.

Where to stay near Siddhatek Ganpati Temple?

Shree Siddhivinayak lodging and boarding is available near the temple. The rate for a single room for one day is Rs.75/- and for the big hall is Rs. 251/-.

What is the significance of Siddhatek Ganpati Temple among the Ashtavinayak Yatra?

The Siddhatek Ganpati Temple comes in 2nd number during the Ashtavinayak Yatra.

What is the prasad’s usually offered in the temple?

Ladoo and Modak prasad which are known to be favorite of Lord Ganesh are offered in the temple.

How much time does it take to do the Pradakshina in Siddhatek Ganpati Temple?

To make one round (Pradakshina) around the temple it will take about 30 minutes with moderate speed.

What are the best Yatra’s taken by devotees for Siddhatek Ganpati Temple?

The Bhadrapada Shukla 4 and Magha Shukla 4 are the best time for yatra’s taken by devotees for Siddhatek.

Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple Timings, Poojas, and History

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Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple is dedicated to Goddess Annapoorneshwari and is located on the banks of River Bhadra in Horanadu, in the Western Ghats of Karnataka. The town of Horanadu is also popular as “Sri Kshethra Horanadu” in respect of the Goddess. 

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Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple Facts –

DeityGoddess Annapoorneshwari
LocationHoranadu, Karnataka
SignificanceWestern Ghats Temple Tour
Entry FeeFree
Darshan Timings6:30 AM to 9:30 PM
PoojasAnnadanam, Kumkum Pooja Abhisekam
Best Time to VisitOctober to March
Visit Duration1 to 2 hours
FestivalsNavratri, Akshaya Tritiya
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1K72j8NljbE
Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple Full Darshan Video

Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple Timings

Here are the timings of Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple:

TimingsFromTo
Morning Darshan6:30 am9 am
Afternoon Darshan11 am2 pm
Evening Darshan7 pm9:30 pm
Maha Mangala Aarti9 am, 1:30 pm, 8:30 pm
Prasada Bhojana (Annadanam)12 pm3 pm

Which Sevas & Poojas are performed at Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple?

The Sevas and poojas that take place at Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple are as below:

Sevas and Poojas
Maharanga Pooja
Panchamruth Abhishekam
Kumkum Archana
Annadana Seva for one day
Navagraha Pooja
Sri Sathya Ganesha Vratha
Shukravara Seva (Friday)
Amavasya Seva (Friday)
Shashwatha Annadana Seva
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The Kumkum Archana will take place for the Goddess every Friday.

You can also find a description of these sevas and poojas here:

Regular Sevas

  1. Maharanga Pooja –This is also known as the Deepardhana. A devotee can perform it by obtaining a receipt of Rs. 500.
  2. Panchamruth Abhishekam – The Goddess is given a bath with milk, honey, curd, sugar, and ghee. The cost for this Seva is Rs. 30 for all days except for Friday.
  3. Kumkum Archana – The Kumkum Archana is done especially for the Goddesses. Kumkum and Turmeric are the main materials for the Aarti. The cost is Rs. 40.
  4. Annadana Seva for one day – A devotee can perform the Annadanam (donation of food) for one full day for Rs. 5000.
  5. Navagraha Pooja – The Pooja is performed for the Navagrahas (nine gods representing the planets). The cost of the Seva is Rs.300.
  6. Sri Sathya Ganesha Vratha – The Seva costs a devotee Rs.250.

Special Sevas on Fridays

  • Shukravara Seva – In this Seva, the Kumkum Archana will take place for the Goddess on one Friday of the month for twelve months in a year. Also, the minimum amount payable for the service is Rs. 500.
  • Amavasya Seva – The Kumkumarchana will take place on every Amavasya of the month for one year. Also, a minimum amount payable is Rs. 500.

Yearly Sevas

  • Varshika Seva – The Annadana for 25 people takes place on a particular day every year called Varshika Seva. It happens only on Marriages, Birthdays, and anniversaries. The minimum charge for the service is Rs. 2000.
  • Shashwatha Annadana Seva – A devotee can provide Annadanam for a batch on one special day every year. The minimum amount payable is Rs. 100000.

Homam Sevas

  • Sri Mahachandika Homam – The Homam is in dedication to Goddess Shakti or Chandi. Devotees believe that one can attain health, wealth and prosperity by performing the Homam. It will also relieve the person of evil forces, curses, and obstacles in their lives.
    1. Experts do the Homam by chanting the Slokas of 13 chapters of Durga Saptashati.
    2. Several poojas like the Ganapathi Pooja, Kanya Pooja, Kalasa Sthapana and Saptashati Parayanam also take place.
    3. The temple charges Rs. 15,000 for the service and one should inform the temple 2 months in advance.
  • Sri Mahaganapathi Homam – The Homam is performed before the beginning of any pursuit in life. Devotees believe that Lord Ganapathi removes any obstacles in the way of the goals of a person. The temple charges Rs. 12,000 for the Seva and one must do the booking 2 months in advance.

What is the dress code for Horandu Annapoorneshwari Temple?

The dress code is as follows:

  • Men: Male devotees have to remove their shirts and vests before entering the Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple complex. It is preferred to wear a towel or shawl that covers their shoulders.
  • Women: There is no particular dress code for women but it is recommended to wear a decent dress.

What is the significance of Annapoorneshwari Temple?

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Annadanam Scheme serves three-course vegetarian meal for free.

The significance of Annapoorneshwari temple lies in performing Annadanam for people with the blessings of Goddess Annapoorneshwari. Devotees believe that they will never face any shortage of food in their lives after performing Annadanam. 

All the visitors, irrespective of religion, caste or creed, are served with a three-course vegetarian meal for free. The pilgrims are served thrice a day – breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They are also provided with tea and coffee in the evening for free.

Aksharabhyasam and Namakarna – The pilgrims can also perform the Namakarnam ritual (Naming of a newborn) and the Aksharabhyasam ritual at the temple. The Aksharabhyasam ritual involves writing the name of Lord Ganapathi and Lord Saraswathi on an offering of rice along with the chanting of mantras and shlokas.

What is the history of Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple? 

The history of Annapoorneshwari Temple does not mention the exact date of the construction of the temple. Devotees believe that the original temple was very small and was established by holy Sage Agasthya. The 5th Dharmakartharu, Sri D.B. Venkatasubba Jois, also renovated the temple following the Vaastu Shilpa and Astrology.

The 6th Dharmakartharu constructed the Navagraha Temple. He also established the steam cooking system in the Temple Kitchen, Annachathra, and Guesthouses for pilgrims and the labor colony.

The Punarprathisthapan of Sri Annapoorneshwari took place in 1973. Jagadguru Shankaracharya Sri Abhinava Vidyathirtha Mahaswamiji of Sringeri Sharada Peetham, Sringeri also performed the Mahakumbhabhishekam here.

The Goddess present here is also praised and glorified in several ancient scriptures like Annapurnamantratsava, Maha Tripurasiddhanta, Annapurna Kavacha, Annapurnahavamti, Annapurnamalininaksatramalika, Bhairvahyantantra, Rudrayamala, and Sivarahasya.

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Jagadguru Shankaracharya also performed Mahakumbhabhishekam at this temple.

What is the legend of Goddess Annapooreshwari?

An interesting legend associated with the Goddess Annapoorneshwari is that of her conversation with Lord Shiva regarding the importance of food in one’s life. As per the legend, Shiva and Parvathi were playing the game of dice. Shiva lost all that he possessed to Parvati during the game.

So, Vishnu asked Shiva to play again. On his advice, Shiva played again and won everything back. But Parvati became suspicious and an argument ensued between Shiva and Parvati. Vishnu then intervened and stated that he made the moves whereas Shiva and Parvati were playing an illusion.

Lord Shiva proposed that everything is temporary like a Maya or an illusion. He concluded that food is also an illusion. Goddess Parvati disagreed and disappeared to prove that food is not an illusion. As a result, nature became still, seasons stopped changing and new plant growth stopped.

The land eventually became barren and drought ensued. Therefore, everyone including humans, animals, and demons prayed for food. Lord Shiva soon realized the importance of food and recognized it as a basic need for all creatures in the world.

Goddess Parvati, taking pity on everyone, appeared in Kashi (Varanasi) and started distributing food. Then Lord Shiva appeared before her with a begging bowl, seeing which Goddess Parvati fed him with her ladle. Since then, Goddess Parvati is worshiped as Annapoorneshwari.

What is inside the temple?

Devotees have to climb a few steps to reach the main temple complex. The Gopuram of the Temple also has various sculptures of Gods and Goddesses. A mandapam is there on the left of the main entrance. A queue complex next to the Mandapam is also there for entry into the main hall where Annadanam takes place every day.

Moreover, towards the back of the Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple, a commercial complex of four to five shops is present that sell Pooja materials as well as small toys and gifts from Horanadu. The ceilings of the temple also have wonderful carvings.

The idol of the main deity of the Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple, Sri Annapoorneshwari is made of gold. The Goddess has a standing posture with four hands, each holding a Shanka, Chakra, Sri Chakra and Devi Gayathri.

Which festivals are celebrated at Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple?

Some festivals celebrated at Horandu Annapoorneshwari Temple are:

  • Navaratri – The festival is in September – October with great fanfare and glory. It lasts for 9 days during which the devotees celebrate the nine forms of Durga. The nine forms are Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kusmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri and Siddhidatri. On the tenth day of Vijayadasami, the Chandika Homam takes place.
  • Akshaya Thadige – The Akshaya Thadige or the Akshaya Tritiya is in April – May. The day is the birth date of Goddess Annapoorneshwari. It also signifies the beginning of summer and the end of winter. Moreover, it marks the beginning of the Treta Yuga.
  • Rathotsava – The Rathotsava usually occurs in February – March. The festival lasts for 5 days. The Ganapathi Pooja, Ganapathi Homam, and Maha Ranga Pooja take place on the first day. And the Dhwajarohana and Pushpakarohana take place on the second day followed by the Brahmotsavam and Rathotsavam on the third day.

Besides the above festivals, other festivals celebrated here are Deepavali, Shankara Jayanti, and Havi.

Navratri 2019
Navratri is a combination of two Sanskrit words – ‘nava’, which means ‘nine’ and ‘ratri’, which means ‘night’.

How to reach Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple?

Here’s how to reach Horandu Annapoorneshwari Temple:

  • Air – The nearest airport is the Mangalore Domestic Airport. Regular flights are available from cities like Bengaluru, Chennai
  • Rail – Shimoga is the nearest railway station, at a distance of 127 km.
  • Road – One can reach the hill town of Horanadu by buses from cities like Bengaluru, Mysore, Shimoga, and Mangalore.

Bangalore to Horanadu Route

  • Air – Fly from Bangalore to Mangalore. One can reach Sringeri by Road from Mangalore. It is around 120 km and takes 2:30 hours.
  • Rail – Mangalore and Shimoga are the nearest Railway stations.
  • Road – Regular buses are available from Bangalore. It takes around 7:30 hours.

Sringeri to Horanadu – The only way to travel from Sringeri to Horanadu is by road. There are buses and private taxis available. The distance between the two places is around 45 km and takes around 1 hour.

Where to stay near Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple?

The Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple Administration has constructed the Bhadra Nivasa Lodge near the Temple premises where devotees can stay. The devotees can book rooms here at nominal rates for their stay. The room options vary from double bed, standard to AC. Suites are also available for large families. Hot water and generator facilities are provided for certain hours every day.

For online booking and any other queries related to the temple, one can visit the official website at https://srikshetrahoranadu.com. However, the requirement of Identity Cards is must for booking accommodation in the Lodge.

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The Temple Administration has constructed the Bhadra Nivasa Lodge near the temple.

Several private hotels are also present around the hilly town of Horanadu like the Nature Valley Homestay, Suprabha Residency, and Sri Devi Comforts. However, they are at a distance from the temple.

Where to eat near Annapoorneshwari temple?

The Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple provides Annadanam to the pilgrims every day in the afternoon and the evening where devotees can eat. The meal is vegetarian with a dessert too. Besides this, few small hotels are also present outside the temple complex that one can visit for more food options.

Which are some of the temples near Annapoorneshwari Temple?

Some of the temples near Annapoorneshwari Temple are:

  1. Sri Kalaseshwara Temple – The temple is 8 km away from Horanadu in the town of Kalasa. The Bhadra River surrounds the temple on 3 sides giving the land a pot-like shape. The Temple is for Lord Shiva. According to legends, Sage Agasthya made Kalasa as his home but wanted to witness the wedding of Shiva and Parvathi. So Lord Shiva obliged and gave a boon to Agasthya using which he was able to watch the wedding from Kalasa.
  2. Sringeri Sharada Peetham – The holy town of Sringeri is located at a distance of about 70 km from Horanadu. Sri Adi Shankaracharya established the temple in 8th century AD. Also, it was the first of the four Ammaya Peetham. Sri Sharadamba believed to be an incarnation of Goddess Saraswati is the presiding deity of the Temple.
  3. Dharmasthala – This 800-year-old Temple institution is situated at a distance of 108 km from Horanadu. The presiding deities are Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi and the Jain Tirthankara Chandraprabha. The Temple is one of the most famous sites of pilgrimage in Karnataka. The uniqueness lies in the fact that the temple is a Shiva Temple, the priests are Vaishnavites and a Jain family runs the Administration.
  4. Kollur Mookambigai Temple – The famous and revered Sri Mookambikai Temple is located in Kollur which is 168 km from Horanadu. The presiding deity is Goddess Mookambikai also famous as Devi and in front of her idol, is a Jyotirlinga, the holy shrines of Lord Shiva. Further, the unique feature of the Linga is that it has into two unequal parts – The smaller right part represents Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva and the larger left part represents Durga, Lakshmi, and Saraswati. Out of the 12 jyotirlingas, 5 are in Maharashtra (know about them).
  5. Kukke Subramanya Temple – The Temple is in the town of Subramanya which is 176 km away from Horanadu. The presiding deity is Lord Karthikeya worshiped as Subramanya. When Garuda threatened the divine serpent Vasuki, Lord Subramanya safeguarded him.

Frequently Asked Questions on Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple-

Why the Goddess is called as Annapoorneshwari?

Sri Annapoorneshwari is the Goddess of food and nourishment. The word Annapoorna is a conjunction of two words- Anna meaning food or grains and Purna meaning complete & perfect.

What is the land address of Annapoorneshwari Temple?

The address is – Mudigere – Taluk, Chikamagalur – District, Horanadu, Karnataka 577181

What is the entry fee to Annapoorneshwari Temple?

Free, there is no entry fee.

What are the other famous temples dedicated to Sri Annapoorneshwari?

The other famous temples dedicated to Sri Annapoorneshwari are the Annapoorna Devi mandir and the Kasi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi.

What is the official website for Annapoorneshwari Temple?

For online booking and any other queries, one can visit the official website at https://srikshetrahoranadu.com.

What is the weather around Horanadu?

In summer, the weather reaches 32°C and in winter, the weather goes down at 17°C.

Mahavir Mandir Patna Guide – Timings, Poojas, and History

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Mahavir Mandir Patna is located near Patna Junction. Mahavir Mandir Patna is one of the oldest and leading temple of the country. This temple is devoted to Lord Hanuman. Mahavir Mandir is located in Patna, Bihar. Thousands of devotees come here each day to offer prayer and seek the blessing of Lord Hanuman. It is also called “Manokamana Temple” as it is said that each and every wish of devotees is granted. This is why there is an increasing number of devotees in the temple.

Mahavir Mandir Patna is considered to be the holiest temple in the country that is dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Mahavir Mandir Patna is a very prominent and renowned temple of Lord Hanuman in Bihar. Millions of devotees come here to seek blessings and offer the prayer because of which it is the second most visited religious place in North India. After the Vaishno Devi shrine, Mahavir Temple Trust has the second highest budget. The daily earning of Mahavir Mandir Patna is around 1 lakh. Acharya Kishore Kunal is the secretary of Mahavir Mandir Patna Trust.

Mahavir Mandir Patna History

  • According to Patna High Court Judgement in 1948, it is said that the Mahavir Mandir Patna exists since immemorial period. Still the first establishment date is unknown to the people. Mahavir Mandir Patna gained popularity in 1947. This is because a large number of refugees came to Patna after partition.
  • But according to the historic facts and traditions is it said the Mahavir Mandir Patna was originally established by Swami Balanand. He was an ascetic scent in 1730 A.D. The Temple was rebuilt at the time of Independence.
  • There is no such specific story behind Mahavir Mandir Patna as its existence is still unknown to the people. It is said that this temple exists since immemorial times.
  • Mahavir Mandir Patna has two idols of Hanumanji standing side by side in the sanctum.

 Significance of Mahavir Mandir Patna

  • The entrance of the Mahavir Mandir Patna is towards the north. There are many facilities like shoe keeping, clean water for washing feet and hand.
  • Mahavir Temple does not only have temple but a whole temple complex. Towards the left side of the entrance, there are stairs on a raised platform which leads to Garbhagriha. This Garbhagriha is the sanctum sanctorum of Lord Hanuman.
  • There is again a passage which houses Lord Shiva. This passage has a ritual significance for the devotees who come here to offer prayer and seek blessings.
  • The first floor of the Mahavir Mandir Patna consists of four sanctum sanctora of Deities. The first one is of Lord Rama. The second one is of Lord Krishna delivering the sermon to Arjun. Goddess Durga is situated next to Lord Krishna. And last but not the least, Lord Shiva meditating with his wife Goddess Parvati and Nandi, the holy ox.
  • The holy floating Ram Setu Shila is also placed on the ground.This Ram Setu Shila is kept in a glass container. It weighs around 15kgs whereas its volume is around 13,000mm.
  • The second floor is used for the ritual purpose. This floor includes Sanskar Mandap. Rituals like the chanting of Mantaras, Japa, Satyanarayan Kathas, recitals of Holy scriptures etc are performed on this floor. You can also find pictographs on the floor which depicts scenes from Ramayana.
  • While moving on the first floor you’ll be blessed with Lord Ganesha, Lord Buddha, Lord Satyanarayan, Lord Rama followed by Sita Maiyya and Goddess Saraswati.
  • Outside the Mahavir Mandir Patna is a Peepal Tree which has a temple of Lord Shiva which is architectured in the design of cave. This cave looks very beautiful.
  • coming out from the temple, we can find offices, shops for buying pooja samagri, book shops selling religious books etc. One can also find Palmistry/Astrological centre and Gem Stone Centre to fulfill the needs of their devotees.
  • The another speciality of Mahavir Mandir Patna is the prasadam which they offer to the Gods and Goddesses. They are prepared by the experts of the Tirupati temple in Andhra Pradesh. These prasads are delicious. This Prasadam is known as Naivedyam.
  • Mahavir temple offers Laddoos to Hanumanji. Naivedyam is a sanskrit term which means offering eatables to the Gods and Goddesses. This Naivedyam is prepared by various ingredients like besan of the gram, cashew, raisins, sugar, saffron, green cardamoms etc. These ingredients are mixed and cooked in ghee and then moulded into round shape. The saffron mixed in Naivedya, are directly obtained from Kashmir.
  • In Mahavir, Temple devotees do not have to pay dakshina to the priest as they are payed by the Temple Trust. This is the only temple where on paying a certain amount, the devotees get all the ingredients and they do not to pay dakshina to the priests.

Mahavir Mandir Patna Timings

  • Mahavir Mandir Patna darshan is from 5 am to 10:30 pm everyday.
  • The Mahavir Mandir Patna is open for darshan even on Public holidays from 5 am to 10:30 pm.
  • The best time to visit the temple is during the daytime.
  • It takes around 1 hour to do darshan.

Mahavir Mandir Patna Food Timing

The offerings which devotees give to the Gods and Goddesses are touched to the Gods and Goddesses and then sent back to the devotees which are known as Prasads. Devotees are also provided food by the Mahavir Mandir Patna.

Festivals celebrated in the Mahavir Mandir Patna

  • Shri Ram Navami– This festival is celebrated to celebrate the birth of Lord Ram. After Hanumangarhi in Ayodhya, Mahavir Temple attracts a large number of devotees during this festival. As compared to ordinary days, there is an approximate difference around 3 lakhs to 5 lakhs.
  • Janaki Navami– This festival is celebrated to celebrate the birth of Sita Maiyya. This festival is celebrated on the 9th day on the bright day of Vaisakh month. There are statues of King Janak, his priest, ministers and attendents along with oxen with a plough opposite of Sitamadhi Railway Station.
  • Hanuman Jayanti– Hanumanji’s birthday is celebrated on this day. This festival is celebrated on the 14th dark fortnight of the Kartik month. On this festival, the Dhvaja or flag of the Mahavir Mandir Patna is changed.
  • Durga Puja– Durga Saptasati is recited from beginning to the end during Durga Puja for nine days. Goddess Durga’s idol is established in the campus and a large number of devotees come here to offer prayer and seek blessings. On last three days, there is a large gathering of devotees in the Mahavir Mandir Patna.
  • Vivah Panchami– This is the festival of Lord Ram and Sita Mata’s marriage. Because Hanuman Ji was very fond of Lord Ram and worshipped him, this is why this festival is celebrated with great pomp and show. During this festival, the most impressive idol of Lord Rama and Sita Mata is kept in the Mandir. On this festival, traditional glimpse party from Maithila is performed. This festival is celebrated for two days to celebrate the wedding ceremony of Lord Rama and Sita Mata.

There are many other festivals which are celebrated in Mahavir Mandir Patna like Shri Krishna Janmashtami, Ravidas Jayanti, Gita Jayanti, Ramanandacharya Jayanti, Tulsi Jayanti, Sanskrit Divas etc. All these festivals are celebrated with great enthusiasm by the devotees. During these festivals, the number of devotees increases to a large extent.

How to reach: Road, Rail, and Air

  • Road- You can easily reach Mahavir Mandir Patna from any part of the city. There is a great facility of vehicles like auto, buses and private vehicles in the city. Being the busiest place in Patna, there is often a problem to park the vehicle. There is a solution to this problem. The temple parking area can be used for the same.
  • Rail– This temple is placed next to Patna Railway Station. This is why one can directly reach the temple without any difficulty.
  • Air– Mahavir Mandir Patna is just 6km away from the airport.

Where to stay?

There are various places to stay in city Patna. There are so many private organizations as well as hotels in this city. There are 5-star hotels as well as hotels with nominal charges according to the traveler’s budget. The charges of the hotels are very nominal as they keep the needs and demands of the customers in their mind. There are hotels like Hotel Chanakya, Hotel Panache etc. These hotels are very hygienic and have various facilities like hygienic and delicious food. They even provide WiFi facilities to its customers.

Where to eat?

There are various places where ione can have delicious food. There are restaurants like Haveli in Frazer Road, Yo China near Dak Bangla Chowk, Moti Mahal in Boring Road, Takshila in Birchand Patel Marg etc. These places have very nominal charge. Restaurants like these focus on the needs of the consumers. Foods are prepared in a very hygienic conditions. They focus on the cleanliness and hygiene.

Nearby Temples

  • Patan Devi Temple– This temple is the oldest and the most sacred temple of Patna. This temple is dedicated to Maa Patneshwari. It is one of the 51 Siddha Shakti Pithas in India. It is believed that the Name of the city Patna is named from Bari Patan Devi Temple.
  • Birla Temple– This is a great place to visit. This temple is a great tourist attraction to visit. Birla Temple is located in many big cities including Delhi, Jaipur, Bhopal etc.

There are many famous temples like Shri Mahavir Mandir, Durga Temple, Patliputra Karuna Stupa. These are the well-known places where devotees and other tourist visit while touring this city. There are many other Hanuman Temple but Mahavir Temple is the most important and sacred as well as auspicious temple.

Nearby Places

  • Kumrahar– Kumrahar is an exhibition hall which lets us know the rich history of Patna. It is located 5kms away from Patna. It lets us know the cultural excellence of the ancient Patliputra city. This place contains the architectural remains of Mauryan Palace. It was during the excavation done between 1912 to 1915, people came to know about the Mauryan pillared hall.
  • Golghar– It was built in 1786 by Captain John Garstin to store grains when famine hit the city. This architecture is built in Stupa style. Golghar is 125 meters wide and 3.6 meters thick. This architecture has steps which will take you upstairs. It is the tallest building in Patna. the scene outside Golghar is very beautiful as river Ganga can be seen gushing beneath.
  • Patna Museum– It is situated in the centre of the city. It has the capacity to take you to the ancient lane. It was constructed in 1917 and is the oldest museum in Patna. It has a Mughal and Rajput flavor. The construction done here is of Mughal and Rajput style. It possesses more than 45000 artefacts.
  • Agam Kuan– Agam Kuan is also referred to as The Unfathomable Well. It reflects the effects taken by Diwan Bahadur Radha Krishna Jalan which is considered to be extraordinary. Diwan Bahadur Radha Krishna Jalan was behind the construction and the collections of Agam Kuan.
  • Sanjay Gandhi Botanical Garden– The another place where one should definitely go is Sanjay Gandhi Botanical Garden. It was established in 1969 and has more than 110 species of wild animals. Animals which are found here are tigers, white tigers, hippopotamus, lions, monkeys etc. There is a facility to take the tour of the zoo through battery-operated cars. There is also Toy train facility which takes you to the gardens of the zoo. This zoo also has boating facilities. Boating is done in the pond created in the centre of the zoo.

There are various places where one can go while touring in Patna. There are places like Jalan Museum, Sri Krishna Science Centre, Patna Planetarium, Khuda Baksh National Library, Nalanda University, Buddha Smriti Park, Jalmandir Temple, Begu Hajjam’s Mosque, etc.

Brahma Temple Pushkar – Timings, Poojas, and History

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The Jagatpita Brahma Mandir popularly known as the Brahma Temple Pushkar is a famous Hindu temple that is situated in the holy town of Pushkar in Rajasthan. The temple is the most prominent of the few temples dedicated to Lord Brahma and is legendary in many ways.

The sacred Pushkar Lake is situated close to the temple. This temple is about 2000 years old and is built of marble and stone stabs. The temple holds the images of the creator Lord Brahma along with his second major consort Goddess Gayatri.

Pushkar is also famous due to the popular Pushkar camel fair that is held every year in the city on the occasion of Kartik Poornima (full moon day). This is the time when camel trading is practiced and many people decorate their camel to make them participate in beauty contests held popularly here.

Many NRIs and local tourists visit Pushkar at this time to take part in the celebrations and to enjoy the festivities and the culture of the desert state of Rajasthan. The town also borders the Thar Desert of Rajasthan and this also makes it a major tourist attraction from which all the major towns of the state can be visited and the essence and beauty of the desert state of Rajasthan can be experienced.

Brahma Temple Pushkar History

Mythology suggests that when Lord Brahma saw the demon Vajranabha who was trying to kill his children and was harassing people, he slew the demon with his the lotus-flower weapon and when the lotus petals fell, they landed on three places that were turned to three lakes: the Jyeshta Pushkar, the Madhya Pushkar Lake, and Kanishta Pushkar Lake.

When Lord Brahma came to the earth, he named this place as Pushkar which is an amalgamation of the words Push (flower) and Kar (hands). Thus, since the place became the most significant place for the followers of Lord Brahma.

Lord Brahma wanted to perform a Yagya at the Pushkar Lake and to peacefully perform this yagya without any interruptions from the demons who wanted to stop the yagya, he created hills around Pushkar and positioned the Gods to protect this yagya from any evil forces. Since his wife Savitri could not be around during the yagya, Brahma married a Gurjar girl named Gayatri and then completed his yagya with Gayatri holding the Amrit pot on her head.

When Savitri arrived and found Gayatri sitting next to Lord Brahma she cursed Lord Brahma that he will never be worshiped and later reduced this curse then permitting his worship only in Pushkar. Thus, Brahma Temple Pushkar is the only temple that is dedicated to Brahma and holds a special place in Hinduism and among the holy men of the country.

Significance of Brahma Temple Pushkar

Although the Pushkar temple is not the only Brahma temple in the country still it is one of the very few existing temples that are dedicated to Lord Brahma in India. It is also the most prominent temple that is dedicated to Brahma.

Scriptures have identified the Pushkar Lake along with the Brahma temple as one of the prominent ten religious places in the world and it is also one of the five sacred pilgrimages for the Hindus, in India. Thus, Pushkar has become synonymous with pilgrimages and India and many holy sages have made it their prime abode.

Brahma Temple Pushkar Timings

  • Brahma Temple Pushkar is open from 5 AM to 9 PM.
  • Many major Poojas and Aartis are performed in the temple thrice a day and it is also witness to a major religious activity on every full moon and new moon in the month.

Brahma Temple Pushkar is also home to many other smaller temples which have their own priests and many religious activities also take place in these smaller temples. They do not allow the visitors to take the belongings inside and they need to be deposited in a safe locker outside the temple gates.

Festivals Celebrated at Brahma Temple Pushkar

The holy Brahma Temple Pushkar is dedicated to Lord Brahma and since Kartik Poornima is a major festival that is dedicated to Lord Brahma thus a major religious get together and a fair is held at Pushkar during this time. During this festival time, a large number of holy men and pilgrims visit this temple and set up camps to stay for the 5-day long fest.

They generally indulge in the ritual of bathing in the sacred Pushkar Lake after which they visit the Brahm temple and pray there. The temple is governed by Sanyasi sect of the priesthood.

The Pushkar fair is a major attraction for the devotees as well as the foreign tourists during this time and the whole city gears up for the fair and the festival months in advance. Many camps, hotels, and eating points throve upon this time and thus the fair also promotes tourism in Pushkar.

Also, there are many major markets and street markets set up during this time for the thousands of people who visit the fair. The city ensures that the visitors are accommodated properly during this time of the year.

Brahma Temple Pushkar Sevas and Poojas

Brahma Temple Pushkar is popular among the pilgrims and is also visited by the holy men and the sages who after taking a ceremonial sacred bath in the holy Pushkar Lake visit the Brahma temple where they worship his consort Gayatri and then visit the other temples.

As the temple opens for worship between morning 6:30 am and 8:30 pm during winter and from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm during summer, with an afternoon interval between 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm, three aratis are held: Sandhyaarati after sunset, Ratri Shayanarati about 5 hours after sunset and Mangalaarati which is held in the morning 2 hours before sunrise.

The holy priests at the Brahma temple follow strict religious practices and House-holders are never allowed to enter sanctum sanctorum to worship the deity. Only ascetics can perform puja to the deity. And the priests of this temple belong to the Parashargotra lineage. On Kartik Poornima every year, a religious festival is held in the honor of Lord Brahma. A fair is held when thousands of pilgrims bathe in the holy Pushkar Lake and various rites are held at this temple during the fair. The famous Pushkar Camel Fair is also held at this time.

How to reach Brahma Temple Pushkar

By Road– Can be reached from Ajmer in 30 minutes and Ajmer is well connected to all cities in the country.

By Rail – Ajmer is the nearby railway station from Pushkar at a distance of just 11kms and this railway station is connected to all major towns of the country through direct as well as indirect trains.

By Air – The nearest airport from Pushkar is Sanganer Airport at Jaipur at the distance of 146 km (91 mi). Jaipur is well connected with all the major cities in India. Ajmer can be easily reached from Jaipur through road as well as railways.

Thus, Ajmer and Pushkar can be easily reached from any major Indian city without making much change in means of transport.

Brahma Temple Pushkar Accommodation

Owing to Pushkar’s star status among backpackers, there are far more budget options than mid-range though many have a selection of mid range priced rooms. At the time of the camel fair, prices multiply up to three-fold or more and it’s essential to book several weeks ahead. People who visit Pushkar also stay in Ajmer which is a major town and extremely close to Pushkar and have many 3-star as well as 5-star hotels, motels, boarding houses as well as guest houses.

Where to eat

There are many restaurants, dhabas, and cafes in Pushkar and the food options are vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian. Some famous eating places are Honey & Spice , Cafe Nature’s Blessing , The Sixth Sense , The Laughing Buddha Cafe, Ombaba Restaurant, Cafe Lake View, Nirvana cafe and pizzeria, Tyagi’s Rooftop Restaurant , Hard Rock,  Narayan, Honey dew café, Budha Café, Tibetan Kitchen and many other restaurants that are also fit for the NRI visitors.

The city has a lot to offer in terms of the famous Rajasthani cuisine and many visitors relish the taste of this cuisine in the local vegetarian hotels and restaurants. But it has a lot to offer in terms of both Indian as well as international food which is important as many foreign tourists also backpack in the town.

Nearby Temples

  • Apart from Brahma Temple Pushkar, many other popular temples are also situated in Pushkar that is also of major significance among the Hindus. Here are some of these temples:
  • Chamunda Devi Temple located in the hills of Pushkar is one of the major Shakti Peeth and is a place of worship dedicated to Goddess Sati who is the female principal of Hinduism
  • Kanbay- Ksheer Sager Temple which is situated in the Pushkar forest on the bank of the river Nanda and is  significant as here Lord Brahma took birth from the navel lotus of Lord Vishnu.
  • Jamdagni Kund and Punch Kund Pushkar are situated 2.5 km away from Pushkar and the temple is dedicated    to five Pandavas and Lord Krishna.
  • Vaidhnath Temple Pushkar has one of the four important Shivaling and is considered as the re-creation of one of the 12 jyotirlingas (Know about them). There are five jyotirlingas in Maharashtra (What are they?)
  • The Atmateshwar Mahadev Temple is another major Shiva temple that is situated close to Pushkar.
  • Ajay Pal Temple is around 10 km from Pushkar and was built by Raja Ajay Pal who was the founder of Ajmer City.
  • Savitri Temple in Pushkar is surrounded on the three sides by hills and is a major Hindu worship site.
  • Rangnath Temple is a major Vishnu Temple which is one of the largest and one of the most imposing modern temples that is situated at the entrance of Pushkar.
  • Varah Temple, Pushkar is also a major Vishnu Temple and is the largest and one of the most ancient temples of Pushkar.

Pushkar is extremely close to another major pilgrimage of India- Ajmer. Ajmer city holds the Ajmer Sharif Dargah that holds special importance for both the Hindus and the Muslims of the country. The dargah is the resting place of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisty who was a major promoter of Sufism in India. There are many temples dedicated to Hinduism and Jainism in Ajmer. There are also major facilities in Ajmer for people visiting Pushkar in terms of transport and stay.

Pushkar has always been held as a town of great importance due to the Hindu scriptures and this has made it a popular tourist as well as the religious destination in the country. The town holds significance in terms of history as well as mythology. The priests and yogis who reside here have made this place extremely spiritual and this can be felt in the air of the town. Most Hindu tourists who visit Pushkar take back a lot in term of spiritualism and thus keep coming back to experience the utmost peace and bliss.

Sarangpur Hanuman Temple Guide – Timings, Poojas, and History

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Sarangpur Hanuman Temple is considered to be one of the most sacred and holy temples in Swaminarayan Sampraday, created by Guru Swaminarayan. Situated in Sarangpur village of Ahmedabad district in Gujarat, here the presiding deity is the mighty Lord Hanuman who is revered in the form of Kastbhanjan i.e. remover of sorrows.

Sarangpur Temple Facts
Temple Timings (Darshan)6:00 am to 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Prasadam Timings (Annadanam)1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Pooja Timings8:00 am to 9:00 am
Time Taken for Darshan1-2 hours
Entry FeeFree
Best Time to VisitAugust to March
Dress CodeMen: Dhoti, No shirt. Women: Saree
PoojasAnnadanam, Vastra Samarpana
Nearest CityBotad

Sarangpur Hanuman Temple Timings

Sarangpur Hanuman Temple is open from 6 am to 12 pm. There is an afternoon break in darshan from 12 pm to 3 pm. The temple reopens again at 3 pm and closes at 9 pm. Mangla Aarti is performed at the temple in the morning at 5:30 am.

  • Tuesday and Saturday are devoted to Hanumanji, it is designated day for a special ritualistic for those affected by mental illness, stress and other disorder.
  • Temple is open from 3 pm to 9 pm everyday.
  • Rajbhog is performed from 10.30 am to 11 am and the darshan is closed for it.
  • A special Shangar Aarti is performed on every Tuesdays and Saturdays at 7.00 am.
  • The evening aarti at Sarangpur Hanuman Temple is performed depending upon the sunsets.

Sarangpur Hanuman Temple Food Timings

Food is served free to all visitors at the temple’s dining room. This dining room is run by the temple’s trust as well as the Swaminarayana temple located in the same complex. Around 5,000 people take prasad in the form of lunch daily. On donations to the temple, one is given prasad in the form of sukhdis which is a Gujarati sweet.

  • The Bal Bhog is served from 6:30 to 7:30 in the morning.
  • The Raj Bhog is served from 10:30 to 11:00 in the morning.

Sarangpur Hanuman Temple – Aarti Details

Devotees chant the Swaminarayan Mahamantra while going around the Sarangpur Hanuman Temple.

Mangla Aarti: “Jai Kapi Balvanta” is the Aarti of Sarangpur Hanuman Temple. The Mangala Aarti or Aarti which takes place at 5:30 am is done by waving a piece of lighted camphor in circles around an idol of God. The Deities offer the first darshan of the day, signifying the auspicious beginning of the day for devotees.

Shangar Aarti: Shangar aarti done at 7:00 am is performed every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Shangar means adornments. During this aarti, the Deities are dressed and adorned.

Rajbhog Aarti: During the Rajbhog aarti takes place from 10:30 am to 11:00 am. Royal offerings of the mid-day meal are offered to the devtas.

Sandhya Aarti: This aarti is performed during the evening depending upon the timings of the sunset. Devotees gather to seek the darshan of the deity and offer their prayers during the Sandhya Aarti.

Shayan Aarti: After the Shayan Aarti, the darshan is closed for the devotees. It signifies that the Deities are about to retire for the night.

Significance of Sarangpur Hanuman Temple

  • During darshan, one will come out via the famous well whose water is considered very holy. It is a belief that the statue of Lord Hanuman was found in this well before about 350 years and the temple was constructed at the same place.
  • It is famous around the world for expelling spirits and ghosts from people plagued with such problems. The priests perform a puja vidhi near the well of the temple. It takes around a couple of hours to do this procedure.
  • It is required to reach in the early morning if you are interested in such vidhi. A large number of people in India make it a point to begin their work only after visiting Shri Hanumanji. They visit every Saturdays to offer Puja and Prasad without fail.
  • The affected or inflicted person in the grip of the evil spirit is ordained to circumambulate the shrine a number of times for getting rid of the megative impact permanently. They take the special oath and recite the Swaminarayan Mahamantra.

Sarangpur Hanuman Temple History

The people who are affected by evil spirits seek the blessings of Lord Hanuman to drive away the negative spirits by a single mere look.

Due to the blessing of Gopalanand Swami to Vagha Khachar, who invoked Hanumanji with his wand, to be ever present in the idol to drive out such evils. He decided to install the idol of Hanuman and dedicate his income to the temple. Till today, hundreds of devotees come to Lord Hanuman seeking his blessings so that their problems are eradicated and peace is instilled.

As the idol of the Lord Hanuman in the Sarangpur Hanuman Temple was installed by Gopalanand Swami, there are records of a writer named Raymond Williams which says that while installing the idol, Swami touched it with a rod that enthused life into it and made it move. Now this rod has been covered in silver color. This tale has turned into a belief amongst devotees who vouch for the healing ritual performed at this temple.

In 1899, Kothari Gordhandas of Vadtal appointed Shastri Yagnapurushdas to manage the affairs of the Sarangpur Hanuman Temple. Shastri Yagnapurushdas renovated the site, build adjacent bungalow and also acquired more land for the complex to bring it to its current state.

Sarangpur Hanuman Temple
Sarangpur Temple at present

Festivals celebrated here

Hanuman Jayanti Mahotsav: Hanumath Jayanti is celebrated to commemorate the birth of Hanuman, the Vanara god, widely venerated throughout India. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm and spirit among the devotees of Lord Hanuman. Devotees from all over the country visit the temple to offer the prayers and to perform the rituals. The devotees visit temples and apply tilaka of sindoor to their foreheads from Hanuman’s idol. The event is celebrated on the 15th day of the Shukla Paksha, during the month of Chaitra

Hanuman Jayanti

Sundar Kand: Sundar Kand is celebrated in the month of October or November. It is a book that depicts the adventures of Hanuman. Sundara Kanda is the only chapter of the Ramayana in which the hero is not Rama, but rather Hanumana. This lesson is recited by religious Hindus, preferably on Tuesdays or Saturdays.

Holi: Holi is a two-day festival which starts on the Purnima. The first day is known as Holika Dahan or Chhoti Holi while the second day is known as Rangwali Holi, Dhuleti, Dhulandi or Dhulivandan. It is identified as a festival that celebrated agriculture, commemorated good spring harvests, and the fertile land. Devotees arrive at the Sarangpur Hanuman Temple to celebrate this festival of colors.

Sarangpur Temple Live Aarti Darshan

If you wish to witness the sheer glory of the Kashtbhanjandev Aarti Darshan LIVE then see below. It is an extravagant affair where hundreds of Hanuman bhaktas pour in this shrine and seek the Lord’s blessings.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=9&v=j565LXaPREE

How to reach Sarangpur Temple?

By Air: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad is the nearest airport. The distance between Ahmedabad to Hanuman Temple, Sarangpur is 159 km 903 meters. The distance and travel time would change accordingly and also as per the traffic and road conditions and it takes approximately 2 hrs 40 mins to cover the distance.

By Train: The distance between Botad Railway Station to Sarangpur Hanuman Temple which is 73 km and 168 meter. It takes approximately 1 hour 45 mins to cover the distance.

By Road: The Dhandhuka taluka (50 km) is well linked with all foremost towns and cities by road. There is also many bus stops situated at Sarangpur.

Hotels nearby: Where to stay?

There are many hotels available to stay near the Sarangpur temple. There is also a Dharamshala nearby. Some of the places to check in include:

  • Hotel Hilton:  GJ SH 36, Gujarat 382450
  • The Parkland Hotel: Behind Swaminarayan Temple, Maninagar, Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
  • Hotel Manila: Opposite Railway Station, Maninagar, Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
  • Hotel Samir: Ahead Cadila Railway Cross, GIDC Industrial Estate, Vatva Road, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
  • Lakshmi Hotel: N H No.8, Opposite Mony Hotel, Isanpur, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
  • Shere Punjab Hotel: Sindhi Market, Under Railway Fly Over, Maninagar, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
  • Tulsi Dining Hall: Near Patel Bhavan, Maninagar, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
  • Prithvi Hotels Gujarat Private Limited: L G Corner, Maninagar, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
  • Moscow Hotel:  Near Maninagar Post Office, Maninagar, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
  • Hotel Marvellous Private Limited: Near Apsara Cinema, Kankaria, Maninagar, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Places to visit near Sarangpur

Shiv Shakti Temple: This temple is situated at Abhapur where the principal deity of worship is Lord Shiva. There are images of Surya Dev and his consort Suryani in the temple and hence, this temple is also known as the Sun Temple. The temple situated on a low height hillock is an excellent example of Nagar shaily. This Sun Temple is unique with it a statue of Lord Shiva, which showing different moods on the face as per your elevation of viewing, this is “Chaturangi” type temple.

Shree Jagannath Temple: The Jagannath Temple dedicated to the Hindu God Jagannath hosts the annual chariot festival, Rath Yatra. The rath yatra entourage passes through different parts of the city of Ahmedabad covering a distance of about 14-km.

Bhadrakali Maa Temple: Bhadrakali Maa Temple is known as one of the oldest and ancient temple in Located inside Bhadra Fort, Near Lal Darwaja, in the Ahmedabad city, Gujarat. Bhadrakali Temple was built during the ruler of Mega city Ahmedabad namely Aazam Khan. The Bhadra fort once encompassed Approximately 12 gates, 189 bastions, and 6000 battlements.

Ayodhyapuram Jain Temple: The temple is dedicated to Bhagwan Rishabh Dev, the first Jain Tirthankara. Shri Ayodhyapuram Teerth located at Gujarat is a Jain pilgrimage centre.  The teerth kshetra was built under the inspiration of Panyas Pravar Spiritual Head Sri Abhaysagarji Maharaj Saheb.  A large stone weighing about 300 tonnes was brought from a mine about 70 kms away from Jaipur to this place. The idol of the Lord was carved here. The walls and pillars of the temple are adorned with specimens of ancient art. The idol has been beautifully carved from a single stone.

ISKCON Temple: The ISKCON Temple in Ahmedabad is located close to the Gujarat Samachar Press. This temple dedicated to Lord Krishna and his consort Radha. The ISKCON Temple in Ahmedabad offers the perfect spot for mediation. The temple with its calm and peaceful atmosphere offers the perfect spot to spend some quiet time with oneself. The temple hosts festivals such as Janmastami which is the birthday of Lord Krishna and is attended by a large number of people from across the state.

Shri Bhimnath Temple: The Bhimnath Mahadev temple is located in Akot. According to the well-known archaeologist V H Sonawane, the period of the city’s founding can be traced from the pavement stones used at this temple which bear the mason marks dating back to the 2nd century BC. It was the spot where the first human settlement came up along the Vishwamitri River, which is almost 2,200 years ago.

FAQs on Sarangpur Temple

What are the general temple timings of Sarangpur Hanuman Temple?

9:00 am to 8:00 pm are the standard timings of Shri Hanuman Mandir.

Am I allowed to take pictures inside Sarangpur Temple?

No, you are not allowed photography. It is strictly prohibited.

What does Kashtbhanjan mean?

The word Kashtbhanjandev means ‘crusher of sorrows’.

What is Sarangpur famous for?

Sarangpur is famous for its Shri Hanuman Mandir where devotees seek the blessings of the almighty Hanumana to eliminate negative spirits from their mind.

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