Namakkal Anjaneyar Temple

Namakkal Anjaneyar Temple is a renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman located in the centre of Namakkal town, Tamil Nadu. It is famous for its 18-foot monolithic idol carved from a single stone, one of the tallest Hanuman statues in Tamil Nadu. The sanctum has no roof and faces the Namagiri Thayar Temple. Believed to date to the 5th century, the temple exhibits Dravidian architecture and is situated at the foot of Namakkal Fort hill.

Visitors can expect a busy temple courtyard centered on a towering 18-foot standing idol of Lord Anjaneyar (Hanuman) carved from a single stone, housed in an open-air sanctum without a roof. The temple is located in the heart of Namakkal town at the base of the Namakkal Fort hillock. Devotees can offer prayers, view Dravidian pillared mandapams and gopuram, and see the unique alignment where the Hanuman idol faces the Namagiri Thayar Temple located a short distance away. The premises include small shrines, shops for offerings, and views of the fort hill.

The temple is believed to have been built during the 5th century under Pallava influence, with later contributions from subsequent dynasties. The 18-foot Hanuman idol is monolithic, carved from a single stone, and is regarded as an exemplary work of ancient sculpture. The temple is closely associated with the Namakkal Fort hill and the nearby Narasimha Swamy cave temple, reflecting the region's long religious history.

Dedicated to Lord Anjaneyar (Hanuman), the temple is one of the most revered Hanuman shrines in Tamil Nadu. It is culturally significant for its unique tradition where the Hanuman idol faces the Lakshmi shrine of Namagiri Thayar Temple, symbolizing Hanuman's devotion. The temple is an important pilgrimage centre, especially during Hanuman Jayanti and attracts devotees throughout the year.