Anjaneyar Temple, Chennai

Tambaram, Chennai

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Religious Place

Entry Fee & Ticket

Timings:- This temple opens from 5.00 am to 12.00 noon and from 4.30 pm to 9.00 pm. | No Entry Fee

Opening Time & Days

The Anjaneyar Temple's opening and closing hours are from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM.

Open Days

The Anjaneyar Temple is open to visitors every day.

Best Time to Visit

September, October, November, December

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How to Reach Anjaneyar Temple

Here's the closest transport hub for each option, with the distance from Anjaneyar Temple.

By air · Nearest Airport

Fly into Chennai International Airport

10.9 km away
By rail · Nearest Railway Station

Take a train to Tambaram Railway Station

3.3 km away
By road · Nearest Bus Terminal

Catch a bus from Broadway Bus Stand

27.2 km away

About Anjaneyar Temple

Anjaneyar Temple has a rich history and is believed to be constructed around 1967. It was consecrated and formalized as a temple in 1970. This temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, an ardent devotee of Lord Rama and a symbol of unwavering devotion. The popularity of the temple has increased over the years due to its spiritual importance. Anjaneya resides inside the 90 feet high temple tower in the main temple. Anjaneya faces west, and thus the main entrance is towards the west. There is an auxiliary entrance on the southern side which is used during temple festivals. The main temple building has walkways around the sanctum and also a large covered space (mandapam) for devotees to gather before the deity for worship.

Architecture of Anjaneyar Temple

The temple has traditional Dravidian architecture with a prominent gopuram (temple tower) at the entrance. The main deity, Anjaneyar (Lord Hanuman) is decorated with garlands and offerings. The architectural elements and artworks of the temple reflect the vibrant culture and religious traditions of South India.

Interesting facts about Anjaneyar Temple

The temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman in the form of Anjaneyar, who is revered for his strength, courage and devotion.It is an important pilgrimage site and is known for the annual Hanuman Jayanti celebrations, which attract large numbers of devotees.The temple organizes various cultural and religious programs including bhajans and spiritual discourses.Devotees believe that visiting the temple and seeking blessings of Lord Hanuman can help in removing obstacles and difficulties.This temple is an important cultural and spiritual site in Chennai and serves as a center for the community of Hanuman devotees.

Anjaneyar Temple FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at Tambaram, Chennai, Chennai.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Anjaneyar Temple: Timings:- This temple opens from 5.00 am to 12.00 noon and from 4.30 pm to 9.00 pm. | No Entry Fee The Anjaneyar Temple's opening and closing hours are from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM..

𝒜. You should visit Anjaneyar Temple during September, October, November, December months for best experience.