The Kole Ke Hanuman Ji Temple in Jaipur is a prominent Hindu shrine set in a picturesque gorge of the Aravalli Hills. It offers serene spiritual atmosphere, beautiful Rajput-Mughal architecture, a large natural amphitheater, and panoramic views of the surrounding green mountains and the jaipur cityscape. Constructed in the year 1960, the Khole Ke Hanuman Temple, dedicated to the Hindu God, Lord Hanuman, becomes a must visit for its panoramic views of the Aravallis and peaceful environment. This temple is the most popular Hanuman Temple in entire Jaipur. Due to its popularity, the temple experience huge footfall throughout the year, especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Visitors includes people from all religions and countries, which majorly consists of devotees of Lord Hanuman apart from tourists. It believed that all wishes are fulfilled here and it is this belief that attracks a huge number of devotees to the temple. Look out for monkeys prowling around within the vicinity of the temple. They are often fed by local monks. Visitors are allowed to click pictures. There is a huge car parking outside the temple complex. Visitors may also park their car of the site, on the highway. the temple committee provides battery operated vehicles from the parking area to temple to ferry senior citizens as well as the differently abled to and fro. This facility is free of cost. The Dal-Bati Churma and Swamani Prashads which are cooked in the numerous kitchens inside the temple premises are quite famous here. One should not miss these prashads.
Key Highlights-
- The Views: Perched on a hillock, the temple offers stunning, 360-degree panoramic views of the surrounding green valleys, the sunset from this vantage point is especially spectacular
- Jaipur Ropeway: you can take a 436-meter ropeway that transports you from the base to the temple peak in about 4-5 minutes. It offers a bird’s-eye view of the entire valley.
- Architecture: Built in a blend of Rajput and Mughal styles, the temple complex features domes, intricately carved columns, and open courtyards that resemble a royal palace.
- Nature & Wildlife: The lush forested hills are home to a large troop of mankeys. Visitors often interact with them and feed them fruits.
- Tradition: The site is incredibly popular for hosting ”Sawa Mani” and traditional community feasts called Goth(where devotee cook Dal Baati Churma on-site).
- Location: Laxman Dungri, on the Delhi-Jaipur Highway (near Transport Nagar), about 9-11km from the Jaipur city center
- Timing: Generally open the from 6:00am. to 8:30pm.
- Ropeway Cost: Rs.150 for a round trip.
