Jakhu Temple, ShimlaImage Credit source: PTI
Story of Hanuman Temple: Bada Mangal falling in the month of Jyeshtha is considered to have special significance in Hindu religion. During this time, devotees worship Lord Hanuman and pray for happiness, peace and freedom from troubles. It is believed that worshiping Bajrangbali on Bada Mangal provides relief from fear, disease, negative powers and obstacles in life. In such auspicious times, the importance of religious places associated with Hanuman ji increases even more. Among these divine places, one name also comes from Jakhu temple located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, which is considered to be a very sacred place associated with the Ramayana period.
The belief of Jakhu temple is related to Ramayana period.
Situated on the high Jakhu hill of Shimla, this temple is not only a religious place but is considered to be a wonderful confluence of faith and history. According to mythological belief, when Lakshman fainted during the Ram-Ravana war, Hanuman ji was going towards the Himalayas to collect the Sanjeevani herb. During that time he rested for some time on this hill. It is said that a sage was doing penance here, who Hanuman Was told the path about the mountain with Sanjeevani herb. For this reason this place is considered sacred by the feet of Hanuman ji. According to the local people, that divine energy can still be experienced on Jakhu Hill, which fills the devotees with faith and peace from within.
The wonderful abode of faith is situated amidst the clouds.
Jakhu Temple, situated at an altitude of about 8 thousand feet above sea level, is also full of natural beauty. The huge statue of Hanuman ji installed in the temple premises is visible from far and wide. This statue awakens a wonderful feeling of devotion and power in the minds of the devotees.
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Crowd of devotees gather on Bade Mangal
Thousands of devotees come here for darshan on occasions like Bada Mangal of Jyeshtha month and Hanuman Jayanti. Many devotees climb up to the temple on foot and consider it a symbol of their devotion and reverence. It is believed that by praying here with a true heart, Hanuman ji fulfills the wishes of the devotees and removes the troubles in life.
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