Shimla Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

About Shimla Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

The Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is a Hindu temple located in the city of Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman. The temple was established in the year 1950 by prominent religious figure Neem Karoli Baba. In the year of 1962 the then Lieutenant Governor Raja Bajrang Bahadur Singh and other followers started the construction of the temple.

How to Reach Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, Shimla

Here is some useful information that will help you reach the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple of Shimla. Read the below data for more information.

By Road

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is just 5 km away from Shimla, which can be easily accessible by any transportation facilities within a few minutes by road.

By Rail

Shimla railway station is considered the nearest railhead, located at a distance of 5.5 km of drive from Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple.

By Air

Jubbarhatti airport is just 20 km away from Shimla. A hired taxi can cover the distance between them and help you reach Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple.

Best Time to Visit Shree Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir

The best preferable time to visit Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple of Shimla is in the summer season between the months from March to June.

Darshan Timings
Opening Timing - 07:00 AM
Closing Timing - 06:30 PM
Dress Code Traditional and formal clothing
Photography Not allowed
Prasad Available
Festival
Ram Navami (30 March 2023)
Hanuman Jayanti (6 April 2023)
Dusshera (24 October 2023)