Bala Hanuman Temple – Jamnagar

 

Bala Hanuman Temple also known as Shri Bala Hanuman Sankirtan Mandir is located in Jamnagar of Gujarat State.


This temple was built in the year 1964


The temple houses the idols of Lord Ram, Lakshman, Goddess Sita, and Hanuman.


The temple is very popular as it has been recorded in the Guinness Book of World record for its continuous 24-hour chanting of the 'Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram' since 1964.


The architecture of the temple is moderately modern. It is built on the southeastern portion of the Ramnal lake. The temple’s structure also portrays intricate architecture that consists of ethnically designed pillars and amazing carvings.


The local population has deep faith in the temple and believes that it guards them from natural calamities and other troubles.


The Aarti takes place twice a day but it is the Akhand Ram Dhun that attracts devotees from all over the world. The temple remains open throughout the night so that those who want to witness and join the prolonged act of religious devotion at night, during the more difficult sessions.


Timings

6.00 am to 12.00 noon

4.30 pm to 10.00 pm


How to reach the Temple

5 km from Jamnagar Railway Station

90 km from Rajkot

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