There is a very unique temple of Hanuman ji near the bank of Ganga-Yamuna on the banks of Sangam in Prayagraj (Allahabad), the religious city of UP.
Where the reclining(Leti Huyi) idol of Hanuman ji is worshiped. This temple is called the Lete Huye Hanuman temple or Bade Hanumanji temple. This is the only temple in the world which is built below the ground and the seat of the idol of Bhagwan Hanuman is tilted backwards. Idol of Bhagwan Hanuman is 8.10 feet below the temple. It is a belief that the entire virtue of Sangam is fulfilled only after the darshan of Hanuman ji.
Mythology and History of Bade Hanuman Ji Temple
❀ It is said that the story of Hanuman ji's rebirth is attached behind this statue. According to the information, when after conquering Lanka, Bajrang Bali had reached the point of death after suffering immense pain, then mata Janaki gave him her vermilion at this place and blessed him with a new life and to remain healthy and alive forever.
❀ Along with this, Maa Janaki had also said that whoever comes to Sangam Snan on this Triveni beach will get the real fruit of Sangam Snan only when he sees Hanuman ji. Devotees visiting this temple offer vermilion to Bajrang Bali. It is considered very auspicious.
❀ It is also said about this temple that in 1400 AD, when Aurangzeb was ruling in India, he tried to remove this statue from here. For this he had employed 100 soldiers, but even after many days of hard work, they could not move the statue.
❀ The main attraction of the idol is the fact that it is in a lying position and one part of it is half-submerged in water. During monsoon, when the water level rises, it is believed that the water is sufficient to touch the feet of Bhagwan Hanuman.
Bade Hanuman Ji Temple Darshan Timings:
❀ From Monday to Sunday the darshan time in the temple is from 5 am to 9 pm but on Tuesday and Saturday the temple remains open till 10:30 pm.
Devotees come here every Tuesday and Saturday with music and music to climb the mark after their vows are fulfilled.
❀ It is said that any devotee who prays in this temple with a true heart, his wishes are definitely fulfilled. The temple complex is busier and more crowded on Tuesdays and Saturdays - these days are believed to be special for the blessings of the Bhagwan.
Famous Festivals of Bade Hanuman Ji Temple:
On the occasion of Narak Chaturdashi, the birthday of Bhagwan Hanuman is marked and observed with fervor.
Hanuman Jayanti,
Ram Navami are the famous festivals celebrated in Bade Hanuman Ji Temple.
During the Magh Mela, the Ardh Kumbh Mela and the Kumbh Mela, lakhs of pilgrims take a holy dip in the confluence of the Ganges, the Yamuna and the invisible Saraswati and the temple.
How To Reach Bade Hanuman Ji Temple:
The city of Prayagraj (Allahabad) is very well connected to other cities. Devotees can reach the place very easily by road, rail or air. The temple dates back to the Ramayana era and has religious and historical significance.
Popular Name: Lete Huye Hanuman temple, Bade Hanumanji temple, Prayagraj Allahabad