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Hanuman Garhi, Nainital Overview
Located at a distance of approx 3.5 kilometers from South End Bust Stop, Hanuman Garhi happens to be a popular tourist attraction in Nainital, Uttarakhand. The temple stands at a whopping elevation of 6,400 feet above sea level. As the name implies, the temple is devoted to Hanuman. Constructed in 1950, this magnificent and spiritual palace offers a scenic view of the sunrise and sunset.
Built by Baba Neem Karauli, this sacred place features a wonderful statue of Hanuman (the main deity of the temple) right in the center. The place attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world. In addition to being a religious spot for Hindus, this tourist attraction allows travelers to enjoy a serene walk around the area. The temple is situated in proximity to the Nainital’s famous Shitla Devi Temple and Bapu Lila Sah. What adds to the beauty of the temple is the large statue of Lord Hanuman, who is seen ripping his chest to show how Lord Ram lives in his heart. If you want to explore the place in tranquility, schedule a visit on Monday or Wednesday. Though the temple is crowded with lots of tourists throughout the year, it receives a majority of its tourists and devotees on Tuesday and Saturday.
The best time to pay a visit to Hanuman Garhi is in the evening i.e. when the sun is about to set into the horizon. It leaves its beautiful orange hues in the sky, providing the tourists with a picturesque atmosphere to capture. You can hire a rental taxi from the main city to reach Hanuman Garhi. It is open to visitors from 5 AM to 12 PM in the morning and 4 PM to 9 PM in the evening. You can explore the entire temple and nearby regions in less than an hour.
