Kere Anjaneya Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, located in the town of Sringeri in the Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka, India. The temple is situated on the banks of a beautiful lake, which is believed to have healing powers.
The temple is believed to have been built by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century. The idol of Lord Hanuman in the temple is said to be swayambhu, meaning self-manifested. The idol is about 7 feet tall and is carved out of a single rock.
The temple is a popular pilgrimage site and is visited by thousands of devotees every year. The main festival celebrated in the temple is Hanuman Jayanti, which marks the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman.
How to reach Kere Anjaneya Temple:
The temple is located about 100 km from the city of Mangalore and about 300 km from the city of Bangalore. The nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, which is about 100 km from the temple.
The temple can be reached by bus or taxi from Mangalore and Bangalore. There are also a number of private tour operators that offer tours to the temple.
Things to do near Kere Anjaneya Temple:
- Visit the Sringeri Sharada Peetham, one of the four major Hindu monasteries in India.
- Take a dip in the holy Tunga River.
- Go for a trek in the nearby Western Ghats.
- Visit the nearby towns of Chikkamagaluru and Koppa.
Tips for visiting Kere Anjaneya Temple:
- The temple is open from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
- There is no entrance fee to the temple.
- Photography is allowed inside the temple.
- It is customary to dress modestly when visiting the temple.
- There are a number of restaurants and shops located near the temple.
- The best time to visit the temple is during the Hanuman Jayanti festival, which is celebrated in April or May.