Veeranjaneya Temple – A Place of Worship for Lord Hanuman

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The Veeranjaneya Temple is located on Ardhagiri hill and is dedicated to Lord Hanuman. It is located in Aragonda of the Chittoor district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.

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Ardhagiri Hill literally translates to "half mountain."

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It was a part of the Sanjeevani Mountain that was transported by Lord Hanuman in the Treta Yuga. hence The name Ardhagiri and the temple was dedicated to Lord Hanuman.

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The temple is situated on the hill of Ardhagiri. The temple is three centuries old. Sanjivaraya Pushkarini Tank is the temple tank in Argonda.

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The water is believed to be infused with the divine Sanjeevani elements.

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Laxmana fell unconscious during the battle with Ravana, according to the legends.

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Dravidian style architecture is the basis for the temple's design.

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Several god and goddesses are sculptured on the temple walls. The main deity faces north.

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Tirupati celebrates all the major Hindu festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, Ugadi, Sankranti, Kartik Purnima, and Deepawali with great grandeur.

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Throughout the night, cultural programs are organized. The Lord is adorned with garlands made of betel leaves, black gram, and Tulasi.

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