प्राचीन हनुमान घाट — Prachin Hanuman Ghat

About Prachin Hanuman Ghat

English
A small ghat holding an ancient Hanuman shrine. The word prachin — ancient — points to an idol said to be centuries old.

हिन्दी
प्राचीन हनुमान जी के मंदिर वाला छोटा घाट। "प्राचीन" नाम इसकी प्राचीनता की ओर इशारा करता है और यहाँ की मूर्ति सदियों पुरानी मानी जाती है।

History & Significance of Prachin Hanuman Ghat

English
The ghat takes its name from the ancient Hanuman temple above it. The idol is said to be very old — hence the title prachin — and it is the devotion of the quarter that keeps the shrine alive. Small and close to Hanuman Ghat, the landing serves the neighbourhood each morning. Generations of priests have served this temple.

हिन्दी
इस घाट का नाम प्राचीन हनुमान मंदिर के कारण है। कहा जाता है कि यहाँ की हनुमान मूर्ति बहुत पुरानी है और इसीलिए इसे प्राचीन हनुमान कहा जाता है। हनुमान घाट से कुछ ही दूरी पर बसा यह घाट छोटा है। पास के मौहल्लों के लोग सुबह यहाँ स्नान करते हैं। मंदिर के पुजारी पीढ़ियों से यहाँ की सेवा कर रहे हैं।

Best Time to Visit Prachin Hanuman Ghat

Best time: Mornings 6-9 AM for the darshan.

हिन्दी सुबह 6-9 बजे — मंदिर दर्शन।

When to go: Year-round; Tuesdays are special.

हिन्दी पूरे साल; मंगलवार विशेष।

Things to Do at Prachin Hanuman Ghat

English

• Darshan of the ancient idol
• A simple bath
• Walk to Hanuman Ghat

हिन्दी

• प्राचीन मूर्ति के दर्शन
• सादा स्नान
• हनुमान घाट तक टहलें

Highlights of Prachin Hanuman Ghat

• An ancient Hanuman idol
• An old priestly lineage
• A quiet neighbourhood mood

• प्राचीन हनुमान मूर्ति
• पुराना पुजारी वंश
• शांत मौहल्ला माहौल

Festivals & Rituals at Prachin Hanuman Ghat

Tuesdays and Hanuman Jayanti bring special aartis.

हिन्दी मंगलवार और हनुमान जयंती पर विशेष आरती।

Did You Know?

The idol is counted among the oldest Hanuman images of the city.

हिन्दी यहाँ की मूर्ति को शहर की सबसे पुरानी हनुमान मूर्तियों में माना जाता है।

Nearby Ghats & Attractions

• Hanuman Ghat (100 m)
• Karnataka Ghat
• Harishchandra Ghat (1 km)
• Dandi Ghat (250 m)

• हनुमान घाट (100 मी)
• कर्नाटक घाट
• हरिश्चंद्र घाट (1 किमी)
• दंडी घाट (250 मी)

Frequently Asked Questions about Prachin Hanuman Ghat

Where is Prachin Hanuman Ghat located?

Prachin Hanuman Ghat (प्राचीन हनुमान घाट) is one of the ghats of Varanasi, on the western bank of the river Ganga at approximately 25.3015, 83.0092.

Why is Prachin Hanuman Ghat famous?

A small ghat holding an ancient Hanuman shrine. The word prachin — ancient — points to an idol said to be centuries old.

What is the best time to visit Prachin Hanuman Ghat?

Mornings 6-9 AM for the darshan. The best season is Year-round; Tuesdays are special..

What can I do at Prachin Hanuman Ghat?

Darshan of the ancient idol; A simple bath; Walk to Hanuman Ghat.

What is the history of Prachin Hanuman Ghat?

The ghat takes its name from the ancient Hanuman temple above it. The idol is said to be very old — hence the title prachin — and it is the devotion of the quarter that keeps the shrine alive. Small and close to Hanuman Ghat, the landing serves the neighbourhood each morning. Generations of priests have served this temple.

Which festivals are celebrated at Prachin Hanuman Ghat?

Tuesdays and Hanuman Jayanti bring special aartis.

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