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{{Infobox Hindu temple|name=Hanuman Dandi Temple|image=|caption=|map_type=India Gujarat|map_caption=Location in Gujarat, India|coordinates=|country=[[India]]|state=[[Gujarat]]|location=Beyt Dwarka|elevation_m=|architecture=Indian temple architecture|year_completed=|website=|deity=[[Hanuman]] & [[Makaradhwaja]]}}The '''Hanuman Dandi Temple''' is a Hindu temple located on Beyt Dwarka, an island off the coast of Gujarat, India, dedicated to Lord [[Hanuman]] and his son [[Makaradhwaja|Makardhwaj]]. Situated approximately 5 kilometers from the Dwarkadhish Temple at [[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. <ref>{{Cite web |title=Bet Dwarka – Dandi Hanuman {{!}} District Devbhumi Dwarka, Government of Gujarat {{!}} India |url=https://devbhumidwarka.nic.in/tourist-place/bet-dwarka-dandi-hanuman/ |access-date=2024-03-23 |language=en-US}}</ref> |
{{Infobox Hindu temple|name=Hanuman Dandi Temple|image=|caption=|map_type=India Gujarat|map_caption=Location in Gujarat, India|coordinates=|country=[[India]]|state=[[Gujarat]]|location=Beyt Dwarka|elevation_m=|architecture=Indian temple architecture|year_completed=|website=|deity=[[Hanuman]] & [[Makaradhwaja]]}}The '''Hanuman Dandi Temple''' is a Hindu temple located on Beyt Dwarka, an island off the coast of Gujarat, India, dedicated to Lord [[Hanuman]] and his son [[Makaradhwaja|Makardhwaj]]. Situated approximately 5 kilometers from the Dwarkadhish Temple at [[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. <ref>{{Cite web |title=Bet Dwarka – Dandi Hanuman {{!}} District Devbhumi Dwarka, Government of Gujarat {{!}} India |url=https://devbhumidwarka.nic.in/tourist-place/bet-dwarka-dandi-hanuman/ |access-date=2024-03-23 |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 14:11, 23 March 2024
| Hanuman Dandi Temple | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| Deity | Hanuman & Makaradhwaja |
| Location | |
| Location | Beyt Dwarka |
| State | Gujarat |
| Country | India |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Indian temple architecture |
The Hanuman Dandi Temple is a Hindu temple located on Beyt Dwarka, an island off the coast of Gujarat, India, dedicated to Lord Hanuman and his son Makardhwaj. Situated approximately 5 kilometers from the Dwarkadhish Temple at 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.
Reference
- ^ "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". web.archive.org. 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.
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