Hanuman
Mandir is situated at the Baba Kharak Singh Marg (road) near Connaught
Place. One of the oldest Hanuman temples in the country, it was built by
Maharaja Jai Singh in the year 1724. However, since the time of its
construction, the Lord Hanuman Temple of New Delhi has undergone many
restorations. One of the highlights of the temple is the 24-hour
chanting of the mantra 'Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram', since August 1,
1964. This continuous chanting has even secured a place in the Guinness
Book of World Records. The idol in the Delhi Hanuman Mandir represents the Lord in a very young age, that of a Balak (young child). The idol faces south and is known as the Bala Hanuman. In the left hand of the Lord Hanuman idol is a Gada (a weapon) and the right hand rests over his chest as in prayer. The main Dwar (gate) of the Hanuman Mandir is adorned with embossed artwork that depicts the great epic "Ramayana" completely. The temple was rebuilt and renovated during the late seventies. Apart from being considered as a sacred place, the temple is also known for 'mehendi' work done on the hands of ladies outside the temple. Lord Hanuman Temple of Delhi gains a special significance every Tuesday, when it is thronged by thousands of devotees.
