Sankat Mochan Temple Shimla - A Famous Hindu Temple Dedicated to Lord Hanuman.

 
Sankat Mochan Temple in Shimla is mainly dedicated to Lord Hanuman. The temple is situated in the lush green and serene setting of Himachal Pradesh, the Sankat Mochan Temple offers an incredibly quiet and tranquil environment to tourists of all ages. The background of the temple consists of the imposing and lofty Himalayan ranges. Here you can enjoy the panoramic view of the valleys, click some unforgettable pictures and witness the widespread city of Shimla. It is one of the most famous places to see in Shimla and the second most famous spot after Jakhoo Temple.
 
The temple was established in 1950 by noted religious figure, Neem Karoli Baba. Baba Neeb Karori Ji Maharaj came to this beautiful place in 1950 and discovered the perfect spot for meditation. After staying here for 10 days, he desired that a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman should be built here. Baba Ji along with his faithful followers such as the governor of Himachal Pradesh shouldered the responsibility of setting up the temple on priority and started its construction in the year 1962. Finally, on 21st June 1966, the temple was consecrated.
 
 
The temple is dedicated mainly to Lord Hanuman though one finds idols of Lord Rama, Shiva and Ganesha in separate complexes. There is a specially made temple for Baba Neeb Karori Ji Maharaj also. The temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha has been built in the South Indian style of architecture. The temple also houses a huge hall where you can taste the delicious prasad, also known as langar, every Sunday. In addition, people can organize marriage ceremonies and other sacred rituals in the building. There is also a small park for children to enjoy and an Ayurvedic clinic to get the medicines for various ailments.
 
The most important festivals celebrated at the Sankat Mochan temple are Ramnavmi, Hanuman Jayanti and Dusshera. It is one of the most religious places in Shimla.
 
There is no entry fee to visit Sankat Mochan Temple in Shimla. It is open from 6:30 am to 8:00 pm in summers and from 7:00 am until 6:30 pm in winters.
 
 
The Sankat Mochan Temple is situated at an altitude of 975 m at distance of 5.5 km from Shimla Railway Station and 6.4 km from Shimla Old Bus Stand. It maintains good connectivity via road and offers the facility of several public and private buses. You can also look for a shared taxi or a local cab to visit this temple.


Hotel near Sankat Mochan Temple Shimla

Hotel near Sankat Mochan Temple Shimla are :
  1. The Cecil (6.1 Km, 16min)
  2. Gulmarg Regency (6.5 Km, 17min)
  3. Hotel Willow Banks (7.4 Km, 21min)
  4. Bridge View Regency (8.3 Km, 25min)
  5. Baba Resorts (59.6 Km, 1hr 44min)
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Romantic Tour of Hill Station

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New Delhi - Shimla - Manali - Rohtang Pass - Chandigarh - New Delhi

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Gulmarg Regency

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Hotel Willow Banks

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The Cecil

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Bridge View Regency

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