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Sri Hanuman Temple

జై శ్రీ హనుమాన్ • జై శ్రీ రామ్

A spiritual sanctuary preserving Telangana traditions, devotion, and community service. One of the ancient Sri Hanuman Temple and Seven Temples (Edu Gudulu) of the historic Golconda Fort.

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Est. ~1982

Regd. No. 873/82

Welcome to Our Peaceful Space

A Place of Faith
& Community

"रामदूत अतुलित बलधामा" — You are Lord Rama's messenger and the seat of incomparable strength

Sri Hanuman Temple at Mohalla Gunj, Golconda Fort, is believed to be one of the ancient in Golconda region, with deep roots in Kakatiya dynasty heritage.

Managed by Sri Hanuman Youth Association (SHYA), the temple stands as a beacon of devotion, cultural preservation, and community service.

🔱Daily Abhishekam & Poojas

🔱Bonalu Heritage Processions

🔱Festival Celebrations

🔱Kakatiya Heritage Site

🔱Community Volunteers

Our Grand Festivals

Celebrating Telangana's vibrant spiritual traditions year-round

Heritage

Bonalu Mahotsavam

బోనాలు మహోత్సవం

Most celebrated Telangana festival. Bonalu Thottelu stop here before the grand Golconda procession. Potharaju performers offer prayers to Ammavaru.

Divine

Hanuman Jayanti

హనుమాన్ జయంతి

Grand birth anniversary celebrations with special Abhishekam, 108 Hanuman Chalisa recitals, and Annadanam.

Cultural

Bathukamma

బతుకమ్మ బతుకమ్మ ఉయ్యాలో

Telangana's beloved floral festival celebrating Ammavaru with magnificent flower stacks, devotional songs and vibrant cultural dances.

Durga Mata Festival

దుర్గా నవరాత్రి

Nine nights of devotion with elaborate pandal decorations, Kumkum Poojas, and grand Vijayadasami celebrations.

Maha Shivaratri

మహా శివరాత్రి

All-night vigil with Rudrabhishekam, Rudra Patha recitals, and thousands of devotees observing the sacred fast.

Holi

హోళీ పండుగ

Joyful festival of colors with traditional Holika Dahan ceremony and vibrant community celebrations.

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Divine Service

Annadanam
Food for All

"सेवा परमो धर्मः" — Service is the highest dharma

Every day, Sri Hanuman Temple serves free meals to hundreds of devotees, pilgrims, and the underprivileged — embodying the highest form of community service blessed by Lord Hanuman.

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Our Temple History

About Sri Hanuman Temple

A timeless beacon of devotion in the heart of historic Golconda

Temple History

Sri Hanuman Temple at Mohalla Gunj, Golconda Fort is a sacred institution with roots tracing to the Kakatiya dynasty era. Believed to be one of the ancient Seven Temples (Edu Gudulu) of the Golconda region.

Formally registered under Sri Hanuman Youth Association (SHYA), Regd. No: 873/82, ensuring continuous service to the community of Hyderabad.

"धर्मो रक्षति रक्षितः" — Dharma protects those who protect Dharma

Spiritual Significance

During the annual Bonalu festival, this temple serves as a pivotal stop for the sacred processions heading toward Golconda Fort — a tradition continuing unbroken for centuries.

Heritage Timeline

Ancient Era

Temple origins linked to Kakatiya dynasty, part of the sacred Seven Temples (Edu Gudulu) of Golconda

16th–17th C

Deep connection with Golconda Fort spiritual heritage and Bonalu procession routes established

1982

Sri Hanuman Youth Association (SHYA) officially registered — Reg. No. 873/82, Hyderabad

1982–2000

Temple expansion, institutionalization of Annadanam, festival management, volunteer programs

2000–2010

Growth of Bonalu celebrations, Bathukamma traditions, community outreach programs

2010–2020

Digital presence established, YouTube channel launched, social media outreach began

2020–Present

Continued devotion through pandemic, online darshan, expanded Annadanam, 5000+ daily devotees

Temple Architecture & Traditions

Kakatiya Architecture

Traditional Telangana temple design with ornate pillars reflecting Kakatiya heritage.

Hanuman Deity

Lord Hanuman in divine Anjaneya form with daily poojas and abhishekam rituals.

Sacred Sanctum

The Garbhagriha radiates spiritual energy through ancient Vedic traditions.

Musical Traditions

Daily bhajans and devotional chanting preserve the temple’s spiritual atmosphere.

Floral Offerings

Traditional flower decorations using jasmine, marigold and lotus flowers.

Prasadam

Sacred prasadam prepared with devotion and served to all devotees as blessings.

Sri Hanuman Youth Association (SHYA)

Regd. No: 873/82 | Serving the Community Since 1982

Festival Management

Organizing annual temple festivals and spiritual celebrations for devotees.

Annadanam

Providing free meals and prasadam for devotees and visitors daily.

Volunteer Network

Dedicated volunteers supporting temple services with devotion and discipline.

Digital Outreach

Connecting devotees worldwide through online updates and live events.

Temple Maintenance

Maintaining cleanliness and sacredness across temple premises daily.

Community Service

Supporting social welfare activities and community development programs.

The Sacred Seven Temples

గోల్కొండ పవిత్ర ఏడుగుడులు

गोलकोंडा के पवित्र सात मंदिर

Sri Hanuman Temple is believed to be one of the oldest and most spiritually significant temples among the ancient Seven Temples (Edu Gudulu) of the Golconda region — deeply connected to Telangana traditions, Kakatiya dynasty heritage, and Bonalu processions.

Sri Hanuman Temple (Main)

శ్రీ హనుమాన్ మందిరం

The presiding temple of this sacred circuit, home to divine Anjaneya, gateway of Bonalu processions since ancient times.

Heritage Temple Site

One of the ancient spiritual heritage locations connected to the sacred Seven Temples tradition of Golconda.

Ammavaru Shrine

అమ్మవారి మందిరం

Dedicated to Ammavaru, the sacred destination of the grand Bonalu processions from across the region.

Ancient Tradition

Bonalu Heritage

Sacred Bonalu Processions

పోతరాజు అమ్మవారి తమ్ముడు

During the sacred Bonalu celebrations, Sri Hanuman Temple becomes the epicenter of Telangana's most beloved festival. Bonalu Thottelu (procession pots) carried by devotees make a ceremonial stop here before continuing to Golconda Fort.

Bonalu Thottelu ceremonially stop at this temple
Potharaju performers offer sacred prayers to Ammavaru
Devotees receive Ammavaru blessings before Golconda
Grand processions continue the ancient devotional route
Ritual has existed unbroken since the Kakatiya era

Sacred Role

Potharaju — Divine Protector

The Sacred Protector

పోతరాజు అమ్మవారి తమ్ముడు

Potharaju, the brother of Ammavaru, is the fierce devoted protector of Bonalu processions. With red attire, sacred neem whip, and powerful presence, he leads processions to ward off evil and clear the path for the Goddess.

Ritual Significance

భక్తి మార్గమే మోక్ష మార్గం

During Bonalu at Sri Hanuman Temple, Potharaju performers undergo spiritual trance, embodying the divine protector's energy. Their sacred dances mark one of the most emotionally charged moments of the festival, drawing thousands of devotees.

Telangana Cultural Festival

Bathukamma Festival

బతుకమ్మ బతుకమ్మ ఉయ్యాలో

The Floral Festival

తెలంగాణ సంస్కృతి పుష్ప ఉత్సవం

Bathukamma is Telangana's most distinctive festival — a celebration of life, nature, and Goddess Gauri. Women create magnificent flower stacks using seasonal flowers arranged in concentric layers, singing traditional songs in a breathtaking cultural spectacle.

At Sri Hanuman Temple

మన మందిరంలో బతుకమ్మ

Sri Hanuman Temple hosts vibrant Bathukamma celebrations where hundreds of women gather in traditional Telangana attire, sing devotional songs, perform cultural dances, and finally immerse the flower stacks — symbolizing Ammavaru's return to her divine abode.

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