Sri Ardhagiri Anjaneya Swamy Temple, located at Aragonda(V), Thavanampalle(M), Chittoor(DT), is very famous for healing skin diseases with Sanjeevaraya Pushkarini holy water. This temple is also called Aragonda Temple. The Temple timings are from 5.00 am to 9.00 pm.
Overview of Ardhagiri Anjaneya Swamy Temple
Contents
- 0.1 Overview of Ardhagiri Anjaneya Swamy Temple
- 0.2 History
- 0.3 Architecture of Temple
- 0.4 Culture of Ardhagiri Anjaneya Swamy Temple
- 0.5 Temple Timings
- 0.6 Festivals and Celebrations
- 0.7 Weather and the best time to visit
- 0.8 Nearby places to visit
- 0.9 Temple Accommodation
- 0.10 Address
- 0.11 How to reach?
- 0.12 FAQs
- 1 Where is Ardhagiri?
- 2 Which is the oldest Hanuman temple?
- 3 How tall is Hanuman?
- 4 How old is Hanuman?
This Ardhagiri temple had been built long ago, and an idol of Sri Veeranjaneya Swamy had been installed. The special feature of this idol is that Sri Veeranjaneyaswamy’s face faces North.
Aradhagiri Anjaneya Swamy Temple is very ancient and has become one of the most important and popular pilgrimage centres in the Chittoor district’s Tirumala, Kalahasti and Kanipakam.
Ardhagiri temple is visited by about 1000 to 1500 devotees daily, increasing to 15,000 to 20,000 devotees on Poornami (full moon day) days.
In Ardhagiri, it is believed that the Sanjeevaraya Pushkarini (pond with holy water) does not dry up or spoil even if it is kept for a long time. If devotees drink this dirham (or holy water) from Sanjeevaraya Pushkarini, all kinds of diseases will be cured.
The tank is believed never to dry up, and the water has medicinal properties. Water stays fresh for a long time when stored. It is true. It’s been a month since I got water from the tank, and it’s still fresh.
Sometimes, when the water is kept in the container for 3 or 4 days, the most recent time is not stored. Drinking this water is also believed to cure all diseases.
It has been proven in psoriasis cases, early TB stages, asthma, cancer & joint pain. Experiences of cured patients were recorded, and they stand as testimony to it.
This water is the most potent medicine for our health. Water has an inexperienced colour and a sweet style. Since this water is produced from trees, it is an Ayurvedic medicine.
History
The name Ardhagiri is derived from an incident in the Treta Yuga when Lord Hanuman was transporting Mount Dronagiri (the mountain of herbs of life) at night, when Rama’s brother Bharat felt that the hill might be damaged. He immediately shot an arrow at Hanuman.
Due to its impact, half of the mountain fell at this place, hence the name Ardhagiri. In the local language, it means half a mountain (aradhra = half, giri = mountain). Since then, people have started worshipping Lord Hanuman in the name of Veera Anjaneya Swamy.
According to legend, when Lord Veeranjaneya Swami was carrying the Sanjeevani mountain, some rocks almost broke off and fell at the temple site. After that, the name of the region came to be Aragonda.
Today, there is a large tank where the water comes into contact with the divine sanjeevini medicinal plant. Even after thousands of years, water still has the extraordinary power to cure almost every disease.
This water has proved its ability to cure serious diseases like TB, Asthma, Cancer & Arthritis. This water has also been demonstrated to have rejuvenating potential against lethargy, fatigue, and other physical discomforts.
Architecture of Temple
The temple was built in Dravidian style. There are many sculptures of gods and goddesses on the temple’s walls. The main deity faces North.
The unique temple structure allows the sun’s rectangular rays to pass through the structure and fall only on the feet of Anjaneya Swamy.
As the day progresses, the sun’s rays hit every part of the head but finally disappear beyond the head area. The temple tank at Aragonda is known as the Sanjeevaraya Pushkarini tank.
Culture of Ardhagiri Anjaneya Swamy Temple
As a temple town, all major Hindu festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, Ugadi, Sankranti, Kartika Poornima and Diwali are celebrated in Tirupati with great pomp. The town’s main festival is the nine-day festival of Sri Venkateswara Brahmotsavali.
It is an annual festival attended by lakhs of devotees. Tirupati Ganga Jatara is an important carnival held in May every year. The Sri Venkateswara Museum houses historical and architectural artefacts.
Temple Timings
Ardhagiri Anjaneya Swamy temple timings are 5.00 am to 1.30 pm and 1.30 pm to 9.00 pm.
| Days | Morning Timings | Evening Timings |
| Monday | 5.00 am to 1.30 pm | 1.30 pm to 9.00 pm |
| Tuesday | 5.00 am to 1.30 pm | 1.30 pm to 9.00 pm |
| Wednesday | 5.00 am to 1.30 pm | 1.30 pm to 9.00 pm |
| Thursday | 5.00 am to 1.30 pm | 1.30 pm to 9.00 pm |
| Friday | 5.00 am to 1.30 pm | 1.30 pm to 9.00 pm |
| Saturday | 5.00 am to 1.30 pm | 1.30 pm to 9.00 pm |
| Sunday | 5.00 am to 1.30 pm | 1.30 pm to 9.00 pm |
Festivals and Celebrations
A famous festival, Hanuman Jayanti, and the full moon day attract thousands of pilgrims. It is said that the Lord well receives prayers offered at night on a full moon day. Cultural programs were organised throughout the night. Garlands made of betel leaves, black beans & tulsi adorn the Lord.
Weather and the best time to visit
Tourists visit here throughout the year as the climate of this region is similar to the rest of the state. However, the best time to reach there is from October to March.
Nearby places to visit
- Vakula Devi
- Kanipakam Temple
- Kapila Theertham
- Tiruchanur Padmavathi Temple
- Boyakonda Gangamma Temple
- Chandragiri Kodandarama Temple
- Gangamma Temple Tirupati
- Vedanarayana Temple Nagalapuram
- Govindaraja Swamy Temple Tirupati
- Iskcon Temple Tirupati
- Kodandarama Temple Tirupati
- Konetirayala Temple Keelapatla
- Pallikondeswara Temple Surutapalli
- Prasanna Venkateswara Temple Appalayagunta
- Parasurameswara Temple Gudimallam
- Srikalahasti Temple
- Vaikuntanatha Temple Therani
- Varahaswamy Temple Tirumala
- Venkateswara Temple Tirumala
- Kalyana Venkateswara Temple Srinivasamangapuram
Temple Accommodation
Accommodations are available near Ardhagiri Hanuman Temple. Non-A/C rooms start at Rs. 200.
Hotels near Temple:
- Spot On Gopi Complex
- Nannilam Organic Farm Stay
- OYO Kartikeya Park View Residency
- Sai Sadhan Residency
- SriPaadha Inn Kanipakam
- Hotel MG INN Kanipakam
Address
Ardhagiri Anjaneya Temple, Ghat Rd, Aragonda, Thavanampalle, Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh 517129
How to reach?
By road:
Chittoor district is well connected with all other major towns or cities of the state through major developed roads. Hence, pilgrims or devotees can choose road transportation if they want to visit Ardhagiri Veeranjaneya Swamy Temple.
By train:
The nearest railway station is Chittoor railway station, 20 km; Puthalapattu railway station is also 20 km; and Damalcheruvu railway station is 26 km from Aragonda village.
By air:
Tirupati Airport is just 83 km, Bangalore International Airport is 151 km, and Chennai Airport is 152 km from Chittoor district.
FAQs
Where is Ardhagiri?
Ardhagiri is the hill on which the Hanuman temple is located. This hill is situated in Aragonda village of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh state, India.
Which is the oldest Hanuman temple?
Karmanghat Hanuman mandir is one of the oldest and most famous Hindu temples in Hyderabad, Telangana state, India.
How tall is Hanuman?
The idol of Lord Hanuman is said to be 108 feet tall.
How old is Hanuman?
The appearance of Hanuman dates back to about 2.59 million years ago. Hanuman is the god of courage and compassion.
