Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Anjanadri Hill, Anegondi, Karnataka

Anjanadri Hill, Anegondi, Karnataka

Anjanadri Hill is believed to be the birthplace of Hanuman, is located in the center of Anegondi Village near Hampi, a historical town, in Koppal district in Karnataka, India. There is a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman on top of the hill. It is a sacred pilgrimage center for the Hindus.


Legends

Anjanadri Hill (Anjana Parvat) is considered to be the birthplace of Lord Anjaneya (Hanuman).


The Temple

Anjanadri Hill is believed to be the birthplace of Hanuman, is located in the center of Anegondi area. There are about 600 steps to reach the summit of the hill. Enough resting areas in the form stone chairs are available throughout the climb. Monkeys can be found throughout the climb and in the temple areas. The Hanuman Temple at the summit is also known as the monkey temple. It is a sacred pilgrimage center for the Hindus.


The temple is a white-washed structure. The sanctum houses an image of Hanuman carved on a rock. The roof has a pyramid structure with a small red dome crowned by a Kalasha. There is a sub shrine for Lord Rama with his wife Sita inside the temple. The summit offers a panoramic view of the valleys, mountains, paddy fields, coconut plantations and the Tungabhadra River flowing below. It also offers one of the best views of the sunset.


Connectivity

Anjanadri Hill is located at about 5 Kms from Hampi, 6 Kms from Hampi Bus Stand, 15 Kms from Gangavathi, 18 Kms from Hosapete Junction Railway Station, 165 Kms from Hubballi Airport and 354 Kms from Bengaluru. The place can be reached from Hampi by crossing the Tungabhadra river by the coracle. The main crossing points are at the Virupapur Gadde (near Virupaksha Temple), Kodandarama temple (coracle ferry + 2 Kms walk / bicycle ride) or near the Vitthala Temple (coracle ferry + 5 Kms ride by bicycle). After crossing the river at Virupapur Gadde, walk towards Anegondi village through main road. The hill is situated on the left side. It would take at least 45 minutes to climb up.

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