Sankat Mochan Temple
Address: Saket Nagar Colony, Sankata Mochan Leprosy, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005
Open: 04:00 AM -12:00 PM
Closed: 12:00 PM-03:00 PM
Open: 03:00 PM-10:00 PM
Sankat Mochan Temple is a popular Hindu temple located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, who is also known as Sankat Mochan, meaning "the reliever of troubles." The temple is situated near the Banaras Hindu University campus and is one of the most visited temples in Varanasi. It is believed to have been founded by the famous Hindu saint Tulsidas in the 16th century.
The Sankat Mochan Temple is known for its peaceful and serene atmosphere, and it attracts a large number of devotees and tourists from all over the world. The temple is also famous for its daily aarti (prayer ceremony), which is performed twice a day, in the morning and in the evening.
The temple complex also houses a small Hanuman museum, where visitors can learn about the life and teachings of Lord Hanuman. The museum also displays a variety of Hanuman idols and pictures.
The Sankat Mochan Temple is also known for its charitable work. The temple provides free food to all visitors, and it also runs a hospital and a school for underprivileged children.
