Hanuman Garhi

Hanuman Garhi is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman located in the pilgrimage town of Naimisharanya in Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. Situated within the sacred Naimisharanya Dham, one of the most revered forest pilgrimage sites mentioned in the Puranas, the temple is known for its large idol of Hanuman carrying the Sanjeevani mountain. It is an important stop for pilgrims visiting the Chakra Tirtha and other holy sites in the area.

Visitors can expect a small to medium-sized temple complex with a sanctum housing a large vermilion-covered idol of Lord Hanuman depicted carrying the Sanjeevani hill. The temple is located within the compact pilgrimage area of Naimisharanya, surrounded by shops selling prasad, flowers and religious items. The premises include an open courtyard for darshan and prayer, with devotees offering prayers and circumambulation. The atmosphere is devotional and busy during festivals and pilgrimage season.

Naimisharanya is described in the Puranas as the forest where sages assembled to hear the Puranas narrated by Suta. Hanuman Garhi is traditionally associated with Lord Hanuman's presence in this sacred forest and is revered as part of the ancient pilgrimage tradition of Naimisharanya Dham. The temple reflects the long-standing Hanuman worship tradition in the region.

The temple holds religious significance for Hindu pilgrims visiting Naimisharanya, considered one of the eight self-manifested sacred places. Devotees visit Hanuman Garhi to offer prayers to Lord Hanuman for strength and protection as part of the parikrama of holy sites including Chakra Tirtha, Lalita Devi Temple, Vyas Gaddi and Soot Gaddi.