Karmanghat Hanuman Temple, Karmanghat

Karmanghat Hanuman Temple

The Karmanghat Hanuman Temple, also known as the Dhyan Anjaneya Swamy Temple, is an ancient Hindu shrine located in the Karmanghat area of Hyderabad, Telangana.

“करमन घाट की धरा पर बजरंग बली की शांति—ध्यानस्थ हनुमान, संकटों का साथी।”

― Karmanghat Hanuman Temple

Dedicated primarily to Lord Hanuman in a meditative posture, the temple complex also houses shrines for deities including Rama, Shiva, Saraswati, Durga, Santoshimata, Venugopala, and Jagannath.

Mythological Significance & History

Constructed in the 12th century CE (circa 1143–1198) by Kakatiya King Prataparudra II, the temple’s origin is linked to a mystical experience: while hunting, the king heard chanting of Lord Rama’s name emanating from a seated stone idol of Hanuman. That night, Hanuman appeared in his dream urging him to build a temple there.
A powerful legend recounts how Aurangzeb’s forces could not enter the temple premises, and when the emperor himself tried, he heard a divine voice saying, “Mandir todna hai raja, to karo man ghat”—meaning “If you wish to break this temple, first strengthen your heart.” This miraculous protection gave the area its name: Karmanghat.

Significance of the Temple

Dhyana Anjaneya Swamy (Meditative Hanuman) symbolizes tranquility, strength, and devotion.
The temple is highly revered, especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays, for its reputed power in granting strength and protection.
Festivals like Hanuman Jayanti, Sri Rama Navami, Rama Navami, Maha Shivaratri, and Ugadi draw large congregations.