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Anjanadri Hills in Anegundi, near Hampi, is regarded as the birthplace of Lord Hanuman—one of the most powerful and beloved deities in Hinduism. Surrounded by the boulder-strewn landscape of the Kishkinda region, this divine hill is named after Anjana Devi, Hanuman's mother, and is located in the ancient monkey kingdom from the Ramayana.

Atop the hill stands a revered Hanuman temple, a major pilgrimage spot where devotees undertake a steep climb of approximately 426 steps to offer prayers and seek blessings.

🗺️ Location Details & Travel Guide

* State: Karnataka

* Region: Anegundi, near Hampi, in Koppal District

* Distance from Hampi: ~5 km

* Nearest Town: Hospet (~13 km)

* How to Reach:

* By Air: Hubli Airport (~165 km), Bengaluru International Airport (~350 km)

* By Train: Hospet Junction is the nearest railway station

* By Road: Regular KSRTC buses and cabs from Hampi and Hospet

🛕 Temples on Anjanadri Hill

* Anjaneya Temple (Main Temple)

* Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, this ancient shrine is believed to be built at the very spot of his birth.

* Devotees climb the steps while chanting Jai Bajrang Bali! to feel spiritually uplifted.

* The deity is in a sitting posture, with folded hands in Bhakti Mudra (devotional pose).

* Cave Temples and Meditation Spots

* Small caves and shrines believed to be places of penance for Anjana Devi and sages.

* Offer peaceful settings for meditation and reflection.

🛕 Nearby Temples & Sacred Spots (within 5–25 km radius)

* Pampa Sarovar

* Sacred lake associated with Shabari, a devotee of Lord Rama who awaited his arrival.

* Mentioned in the Ramayana, it's a serene pilgrimage site.

* Sugriva’s Cave

* Believed to be the hiding spot of Sugriva, king of Vanaras, where he stored Sita’s jewels.

* Ranganatha Temple (Anegundi)

* Ancient temple of Lord Vishnu in a reclining form.

* Durga Temple, Anegundi

* A local temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, revered by villagers.

* Virupaksha Temple (Hampi)

* A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is one of the oldest functioning temples in India.

* Vittala Temple Complex

* Known for the stone chariot and musical pillars, it reflects Vijayanagara grandeur.

* Kadalekalu Ganesha Temple

* Houses a giant monolithic statue of Lord Ganesha, carved from a single rock.

* Hemakuta Hill Temples

* A cluster of pre-Vijayanagara shrines providing panoramic views and spiritual serenity.

🎉 Festivals Celebrated at Anjanadri Hills

🟠 Hanuman Jayanti

* When: Celebrated in Chaitra (March-April) or Margashirsha (Dec-Jan), depending on regional calendars.

* Significance: Celebrates the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman.

* Activities:

* Special abhishekams (ritual bathing) and Hanuman Chalisa chanting

* Bajrang Bali processions, recitals of Sundarakanda

* Devotees offer sindoor, bananas,