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| Hanuman Mandir, Prayagraj | |
|---|---|
Reclining idol of Lord Hanuman | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| Deity | Hanuman |
| Festivals | Hanuman Jayanti, Ram Navami, Narak Chaturdashi |
| Location | |
| Location | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Hindu temple |
| Creator | Baba Balagiri Ji Maharaj (Installation of the idol) |
| Established | Approximately 700 years ago |
| Website | |
| Official Website | |
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 is located approximately 1 km from the Triveni Sangam and 7 km from the Prayagraj Railway Station. It is situated near the Allahabad Fort and is easily accessible by road, making it a prominent pilgrimage destination.
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.
The temple is undergoing extensive renovations and beautification in preparation for the 2025 Prayag Kumbh Mela. Initiatives include the expansion of the sanctum sanctorum, construction of a Parikrama Path, new shops, parking areas, and upgraded entrance gates.