Anjanadri Hanuman Temple

Revered as an ancient temple with a heritage dating back to the Vijayanagara period, it stands as a living heritage site and is recognized for its spiritual significance and state heritage status.

The temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, with shrines for Lord Rama, Goddess Sita, and Anjana Devi also present within its premises. Pilgrims and devotees flock here for darshan, seeking blessings from Hanuman and participating in the sacred atmosphere atop Anjanadri Parvata.

The temple’s architecture reflects a mixed and renovated style, preserving its ancient roots while accommodating the needs of modern-day visitors. Darshan at Anjanadri Hanuman Temple is free for all devotees.

The temple is open daily from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and again from 4:00 PM to either 6:00 or 8:00 PM. The best time to visit is early morning between 5–8 AM or during the evening aarti, with the winter months (November to February) and weekdays offering a more serene experience due to fewer crowds.

Visitors are advised to follow a modest dress code: men should wear attire covering shoulders and knees such as trousers, dhotis, or long shorts, while women are recommended to wear sarees, salwar kameez, or long skirts.

The temple is famous for its poojas, including Abhisheka and Aarti, conducted in Kannada and Telugu. Special rituals like the Panchamukha Hanumad Homa are performed during Hanuman Jayanti.

Major festivals celebrated here include Hanuman Jayanti (March-April or December), Rama Navami (March-April), Maha Shivaratri (February-March), and Diwali (October-November).

Devotees are offered tirtham and prasadam packets after daily poojas, with free food (annadanam) served during major festivals.

Reaching Anjanadri Hanuman Temple involves traveling to Hampi, Hosapete, or Gangavathi, crossing to the Anegundi side via ferry or bridge, and then proceeding to Hanumanahalli/Chickrampur village. The temple is situated atop a hill, requiring a climb of approximately 575 steps.

The nearest railway stations are Gangavathi (15 km), Munirabad (40 km), Hospet Junction (40 km), and Koppal (45 km). Jindal Vijaynagar Airport (47.7 km) and Hubballi Airport (171 km) are the closest airports.

Parking is available at a large paid lot at the base, though the temple is not wheelchair accessible due to the steep steps. Photography is permitted on the hill and temple premises, but usually not inside the sanctum sanctorum; professional drones may require prior permission.

Accommodation options include homestays and guesthouses near the base, such as Maya's Homestay and Dream Paradise Hampi, as well as Zostel Hampi in Gangavathi and various options in Anegundi and Virupapuragaddi.

Nearby attractions include Anegundi Village, Pampa Sarovar, Virupaksha Temple, Hampi Ruins, Sanapur Lake, and Shri Huligemma Devi Temple. For more details, visitors can refer to the official website.