Bade Hanuman Mandir
About Bade Hanuman Mandir
Located near the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, this temple is distinguished by its unique twenty-foot reclining idol of Lord Hanuman lying in a resting posture. According to local tradition, the deity rested at this location after assisting Lord Ram during the Ramayana era, though the temple's exact origins remain undocumented. The idol's partial submersion in groundwater during the monsoon season is considered a blessing, symbolizing ritual bathing by the Ganga itself. The temple holds immense religious significance as devotees believe Lord Hanuman protects Prayagraj and the Sangam, offering blessings for courage, success, health, and prosperity. As a major pilgrimage destination, it attracts millions annually, particularly during Kumbh Mela, and is typically visited in conjunction with the nearby Triveni Sangam, Akshayavat, and Allahabad Fort.
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