Lete Hanuman Mandir Prayagraj, Timings, History, Travel Guide, and How to reach

Lete Hanuman Mandir Prayagraj – Guide

About 500 meters north of Prayagraj Fort, a famous religious place – Bade Hanuman Ji Mandir is situated. Also called the Lete Hanuman Mandir, this temple is an underground pit that houses a colossal image of Lord Hanuman in a reclining position. This is the only Lord Hanuman temple in the world, whose idol is in a lying position. Another interesting thing to know about this popular Lete Hanuman Mandir in Prayagraj is that a part of the idol of Lord Hanuman is half-submerged in the water of the river Ganga.

History of this Temple

Legend has it that a wealthy merchant lived in the city of Kannauj. The merchant was living his life without any problems with immense wealth, however, he wanted a son. And for that, he went towards Vidhyanchal Hills to build a temple of Lord Hanuman. As per his wish, he built a temple in the hills and also made a huge stone idol of Lord Hanuman, which he decided to bathe in several holy places.

After purifying the idol from various holy places, he reached Sangam in Prayagraj. At night when he was sleeping he dreamed that if he left the idol at this place all his unfulfilled wishes would be fulfilled. As a result, he returned to Kannauj leaving the idol at Prayagraj. After some time he was blessed with a son and all his wishes were also fulfilled. With the passage of time the idol got stuck under the sand and remained submerged in the water.

Lete Hanuman Mandir Prayagraj Timings

Lete Hanuman Mandir Prayagraj opens from 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM in the morning and from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the evening.

Places to visit near this Temple

Taramandal

Taramandal is also one of the great places to visit in Prayagraj which is located next to Anand Bhavan. This planetarium, built in 1979, is also known as the Jawahar Museum. Here you can get the amazing experience of standing on Jupiter and Moon.

Prayagraj Fort

Prayagraj Fort is a very popular historical tourist destination of Prayagraj which was constructed in 1583. This fort is situated on the banks of the confluence of the Ganges and Yamuna rivers. Due to its magnificence, this fort fascinates the tourists coming here.

Ashok Stambh

Ashok Stambh is a popular and attractive destination in Prayagraj tourist destination which is located outside Prayagraj Fort. The exterior of this 16^th-century pillar bears an inscription of Ashoka in Brahmi script. A large number of tourists visit this ancient attractive structure.

Alopi Devi Temple

Alopi Devi Temple is one of the famous temples of Prayagraj which is situated in Alopi Bagh. Located near the holy confluence of Prayagraj, this temple holds great importance in the religious faith of Hindus, a large number of devotees come here to visit.

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How to reach Lete Hanuman Mandir Prayagraj

By Air- The nearest airport from Lete Hanuman Mandir Prayagraj is Lucknow airport which is at a distance of about few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Train- The nearest railway station from Lete Hanuman Mandir is Prayagraj junction railway station which is at a distance of about few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.

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