About Bala Hanuman Temple
Bala Hanuman Temple is a renowned Hindu temple on the southeastern bank of Lakhota Lake in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Dedicated to Lord Hanuman in his child form, it is famous for its continuous chanting of 'Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram' since 1 August 1964. The uninterrupted Akhand Ram Dhun has earned a place in the Guinness Book of World Records and makes the temple a major pilgrimage and tourist attraction in Jamnagar.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small but vibrant temple complex on the edge of Lakhota Lake with a sanctum housing idols of Bala Hanuman, Lord Ram, Lakshman and Sita. The main hall hosts devotees chanting the Ram Dhun in shifts 24 hours a day. The surroundings include the lake promenade and views of Lakhota Palace. Visitors can attend darshan, sit in the chanting hall, and observe evening aarti in a devotional atmosphere.
Key highlights
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Continuous Akhand Ram Dhun chanting 'Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram' since 1 August 1964
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Guinness Book of World Records recognition for longest continuous chanting
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Idols of Bala Hanuman along with Lord Ram, Sita and Lakshman
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Location on the southeastern bank of Lakhota Lake with lake views
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Evening aarti and opportunity for visitors to join the chanting
History of Bala Hanuman Temple
The temple was established in 1963-1964 by Shri Prembhikshuji Maharaj. The continuous chanting of 'Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram' began on 1 August 1964 and has continued uninterrupted 24 hours a day in shifts by devotees, earning recognition in the Guinness Book of World Records.
Culture & Context
Dedicated to Bala Hanuman, the child form of Lord Hanuman, the temple is a significant center of Vaishnav devotion. The Akhand Ram Dhun symbolizes devotion to Lord Ram and attracts pilgrims, devotees and tourists who participate in the chanting and seek blessings.
Route
| By air | Jamnagar Airport (JGA) is about 8-10 km from the temple, accessible by taxi and auto-rickshaw |
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