About Jakhoo Temple, Jakhoo Hill, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
The Jakhoo Temple on Jakhoo Hill in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, is a revered temple of Lord Hanuman. It stands on the highest peak in Shimla and is known for the large statue of Hanuman at the hilltop and the many monkeys around it.
Devotees offer boondi laddu and other sweets, and the temple offers views of the town and the Himalayas.
Story of Jakhoo Temple
The temple is at about 2,450 metres above sea level. According to tradition, Hanuman rested here while searching for the Sanjivani herb, and the sage Yaku, from whom the hill takes its name, lived on the hill.
A tall statue of Hanuman, installed in the early 2010s, can be seen from many parts of Shimla.
What Makes Jakhoo Temple Sacred for Devotees
Hanuman at Jakhoo
Devotees believe that Hanuman paused here during his search for the herb to save Lakshmana.
Sage Yaku
The hill is linked in tradition with the sage Yaku, a devotee of the Lord.
Annual Festivals & Rituals at Jakhoo Temple, Jakhoo Hill, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Hanuman Jayanti Celebrations at the Temple
The birth of Hanuman is celebrated with special worship.
Tuesdays and Saturdays Celebrations at the Temple
These days are especially auspicious for Hanuman worship.
Dussehra Celebrations at the Temple
The temple is decorated and visited by many.
Sacred Places to Visit Near Jakhoo Temple
The Ridge : A large open space in the centre of Shimla.
Christ Church : A historic church on the Ridge.
Mall Road : The main shopping street in Shimla.
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Jakhoo Temple, Jakhoo Hill, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India
How to Reach the Temple
By Air: Shimla Airport at Jubbarhatti has limited flights; Chandigarh is the main airport.
By Rail: Shimla railway station is on the Kalka-Shimla line.
By Road: The temple is reached from the Ridge by a walk, a road or a ropeway.