Pat Baba Temple

Pat Baba Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman located atop Madan Mahal Hill in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. Situated near the historic Madan Mahal Fort, the temple is a prominent local pilgrimage site and viewpoint. Known for its hilltop setting and panoramic views of Jabalpur city, it attracts devotees and tourists alike. The temple is associated with the Gond-era heritage of the area and offers a peaceful spiritual atmosphere.

Visitors can expect a hilltop temple reached by climbing stone steps on Madan Mahal Hill. The complex includes a small shrine dedicated to Lord Hanuman with idols and prayer areas. The surroundings are rocky and forested with open views over Jabalpur city. Visitors can explore the temple courtyard, offer prayers, and enjoy panoramic city views. The area is generally peaceful with devotees visiting throughout the day, especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Pat Baba Temple is associated with the heritage of Madan Mahal Hill, which is dominated by Madan Mahal Fort built by Gond ruler Raja Madan Shah in the 11th century. The temple is traditionally regarded as an old shrine of Lord Hanuman and has long been considered the guardian deity of the hill and surrounding settlement.

The temple is a significant religious site for devotees of Lord Hanuman in Jabalpur. It is especially crowded on Tuesdays and Saturdays and during Hanuman Jayanti. Local belief holds that Pat Baba protects the city, and the temple is an important centre for daily worship and community faith.