Shri Bade Hanuman Ji Mandir Prayagraj

The reclining Hanuman(Bade Hanuman Temple) , located near the Sangam in Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), is a unique and world-famous temple, housing a 20-foot-tall statue of Hanuman in a reclining (sleeping) posture.This temple is located near the Sangam, near the famous Allahabad Fort

Key Features and Values:

Unique Statue:

This is the only temple in the world that houses a reclining statue of Hanuman. The temple is located in an underground pit, and the statue faces north and its feet point south.

Mythological significance:

It is believed that after burning Lanka, Mother Sita blessed Hanuman ji to rest here to relieve his fatigue, after which he lay down here.

Importance of Sangam Snan:

According to mythological beliefs, it is considered mandatory to visit the reclining Hanuman ji after taking bath in Ganga in Prayagraj, otherwise the pilgrimage is considered incomplete.

Submergence:

During the monsoon season, the temple gets submerged when the water level of the river Ganga rises, which devotees call ‘Hanuman Ji’s Jal Shayan’.

Timings: The temple is open for darshan from 5 AM to 2 PM and from 5 PM to 8:30 PM every day.

Other:

This place is a major centre of religious faith and is crowded with devotees throughout the year.

Bade Hanuman Mandir, also known as Lete Hanuman Ji Mandir, is a renowned Hindu temple situated near the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India. The temple is notable for its unique reclining idol of Hanuman, which becomes partially submerged during the monsoon season. This feature, along with its historical and cultural significance, attracts millions of devotees annually, especially during the Kumbh Mela.

The temple’s origins date back approximately 700 years. According to legend, a wealthy but childless businessman from Kannauj commissioned an idol of Hanuman from stones found in the Vindhyachal hills. After leaving the idol at Prayagraj during his pilgrimage to the Triveni Sangam, he was blessed with a son. The idol was later discovered by Baba Balagiri Ji Maharaj while preparing a dhuni (sacred site for worship) and was installed at its current location.

In 1582, Akbar was looking for a place to strengthen his hold on the rebellion going on in eastern India including Magadh, Awadh and Bengal. His experts attempted to relocate the temple, but Hanuman’s statue would not move. Akbar eventually built the wall of his fort behind the temple and dedicated the land for Hanuman.

Reclining Idol: The 20-foot-long reclining idol of Hanuman is the only one of its kind in the world.