Sankat Mochan Mandir is one of the most sacred Hanuman temples in India. Established by the poet-saint Tulsidas, it is situated near the Assi River. "Sankat Mochan" means "Reliever of Troubles," and thousands flock here every Tuesday and Saturday.

Beware of the monkeys! Use the Trilok App to check for safety tips and crowd updates before visiting.

Significance: Tulsidas' Vision

• The Idol: The idol of Lord Hanuman here faces his Lord Rama, which makes it unique. It is a swayambhu (self-manifested) idol.
• Besan Ke Ladoo: The Prasad here is famous. Devotees offer "Besan ke Ladoo" which are considered very auspicious.

Location & How to Reach

• Address: Sankat Mochan Road, Lanka, Varanasi.
• Landmark: Near Banaras Hindu University (BHU) Gate.

Trilok App Tip: Musical concerts (Sangeet Samaroh) are held here annually where classical maestros perform. Check the event dates on the Trilok App.

Temple Timings

• Opening Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Aarti: Morning ~4:00 AM Night ~9:00 PM

Relieve Troubles with Trilok

• Hanuman Chalisa: Read the Chalisa on the app while waiting in the queue.
• Live Concerts: Stream the annual Sankat Mochan Sangeet Samaroh via the app links.

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