Hanuman Tok
About Hanuman Tok
Hanuman Tok stands as a significant Hindu place of worship in Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. Established in 1950, the temple serves as a spiritual center for devotees seeking the blessings of Lord Hanuman. The sanctum features a gopuram and welcomes pilgrims daily for darshan. The temple maintains a regular schedule of rituals, with the evening sandhya aarti at 7:00 PM marking the peak of daily worship. Special pujas are performed during major festivals, drawing larger congregations. The temple is well-connected to the city center, approximately twenty minutes by taxi or auto from central Gangtok. Facilities include footwear stands and cloak rooms near the main entrance, with dharamshalas and hotels within walking distance for overnight stays. Visitors are requested to observe traditional dress codes, covering shoulders as a mark of respect.
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