Camp Hanuman Temple

Camp Hanuman Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman located in the Shahibaug Cantonment area of Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Situated near the Ahmedabad Cantonment on Airport Road, it is considered one of the largest Hanuman temples in Gujarat and attracts large numbers of devotees, especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays. The temple features a large idol of Lord Hanuman and is known for its spacious premises, regular aarti ceremonies, and community gatherings.

Visitors can expect a large, active temple complex within the cantonment area with a spacious courtyard, main sanctum housing a large idol of Lord Hanuman, and halls for prayer and aarti. The surroundings include prasad and flower shops, queue areas for darshan, and open spaces that become crowded on Tuesdays, Saturdays and during Hanuman Jayanti. The atmosphere is devotional with chanting, bell ringing and regular aarti ceremonies.

Camp Hanuman Temple was established in the early 20th century to serve devotees in the Ahmedabad Cantonment (Camp) area. Over decades it has expanded from a small shrine into a large temple complex and is now regarded as one of the most prominent Hanuman temples in Gujarat, with continuous development of its halls and courtyard to accommodate growing visitor numbers.

The temple is a major religious centre for devotees of Lord Hanuman in Ahmedabad. It holds particular significance on Tuesdays and Saturdays, considered auspicious for Hanuman worship, and during Hanuman Jayanti when special prayers and large gatherings are held. It serves as a community gathering place for daily worship and festivals.