Hanuman Dandi temple

Hindu temple in Gujarat, India

Hanuman Dandi Temple

Religion
Affiliation	Hinduism
Deity	Hanuman and Makaradhwaja
Location
Location	Beyt Dwarka
State	Gujarat
Country	India
Architecture
Type	Hindu temple architecture

The Hanuman Dandi Temple is a Hindu temple located on Beyt Dwarka, an island off the coast of Gujarat, India, dedicated to the deity Hanuman and his son Makardhwaj. Situated approximately 5 kilometers from the Dwarkadhish Temple in Bet Dwarka, this temple is unique as it features idols of Hanuman and Makardhwaj, showcasing a rare depiction of Hanuman, who is traditionally considered a celibate, with his progeny.^[1]

Legend

According to mythology, during the battle of Ramayana, Hanuman encountered Makardhwaj, who was born from Hanuman's sweat droplets consumed by a fish. The temple commemorates their meeting and represents themes of duty, valor, and familial bonds in the lore of Hanuman.^[2]

Architecture

The temple architecture embodies typical elements of Gujarati design but is notably simplistic, focusing on the sanctity of the idols rather than ornate embellishment.^[3]

Pilgrimage

Hanuman Dandi Temple is a significant pilgrimage site, attracting devotees who come to pay homage to Hanuman and explore the unique father-son relationship depicted between Hanuman and Makardhwaj.

References

^ "Bet Dwarka – Dandi Hanuman | District Devbhumi Dwarka, Government of Gujarat | India". Retrieved 2024-03-23.
^ "all about lord Hanuman and Hanuman Chalisa» Blog Archive » Lord Hanuman and Makardhwaja, his son". 2011-12-03. Archived from the original on 2011-12-03. Retrieved 2024-03-23.
^ renu (2019-02-21). "Hanuman Dandi Temple Dwarka | Hanuman Dandi Temple Dwarka Trip | Dwarka City". Religious & Pilgrimage Tour Packages. Retrieved 2024-03-23.