About Hanuman Garhi
Hanuman Garhi is a 10th-century fortress temple sitting atop a hill in the heart of Ayodhya. Devotees climb 76 steep stone steps to reach the main courtyard.
Tradition mandates that pilgrims seek Lord Hanuman's blessings here first before visiting Shri Ram Janmabhoomi.
Highlights
- 76-Step Hilltop Fortress
- Guarding Deity of Ayodhya
- Laddoo & Flower Offerings
Plan your darshan
Hanuman Garhi: opening, prasad and rituals
Useful planning information gathered for visitors. Temple schedules and rules can change at short notice.
Opening and closure
- Darshan hours
- Darshan windows generally run from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Confirm current timings on festival days.
- When darshan may pause
- General darshan pauses during aarti, bhog offering, and deity shringar. Security checks apply at main entrance.
Prasad and bhog
- Prasad
- Official prasad counters are situated within the temple complex. Always obtain official receipt vouchers where available.
- Bhog
- Ask the temple office about daily bhog timings for Lord Hanuman. General darshan is restricted during bhog windows.
Before you visit
- Electronic items, leather belts, and large bags may need to be stored in footwear/locker counters.
- Modest traditional attire is recommended for sacred sanctum entry.
- Follow temple line discipline and official security instructions.
Verify real-time notices with official trust administration of Hanuman Garhi.
Ritual itinerary
- 1Nitya Darshan & Aarti of Lord Hanuman
- 2Special Archana & Abhishekam by temple priests
- 3Prasad distribution at authorised counters