Five Faced Hanuman Temple
This temple is a sacred shrine dedicated to Lord Hanuman, famously known as the Panchmukhi (Five-Faced) Hanuman Temple: It is believed that this is the very spot where Lord Hanuman revealed his five faces, which he took on to simultaneously extinguish five lamps and kill the powerful demon Mahiravan a (brother of Ravana) in the Patala Loka (underworld), thereby protecting Lord Rama and Lakshmana: The five faces of the idol are of Hanuman, Hayagriva, Narasimha, Garuda, and Varaha: The temple is also famous for housing the floating stone, which is believed to be one of the stones used by the Vanara Sena (monkey army) to build the Rama Setu bridge across the sea to Lanka: The sight of a stone naturally floating in water, kept in a small tank within the temple, is a major attraction and a key highlight of the spiritual visit:
General information
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Ideal Duration:
1 HourPlace Type:
The Panchmukhi Revelation: Unique Mythological EEntry Fees:
Main Temple Entry:
Completely Free of Cost: Access to the main temple complex and the darshan is generally free of charge for all visitors:
Pooja and Service Fee:
Optional Donation...Main Temple Entry:
Completely Free of Cost: Access to the main temple complex and the darshan is generally free of charge for all visitors:
Pooja and Service Fee:
Optional Donation: If you choose to offer a special pooja or receive a blessing with flowers/oil, a voluntary donation to the priest is customary:
Floating Stone Viewing:
No Charge: Viewing the famous floating stone is included and requires no separate ticket or fee:Timing:
Regular Timings: 6:00 AM to 7:
00 PM Daily: The temple is open most of the day, with a small midday closure possible (check locally):
Ideal Visit Time:
Early Morning: The temple...Regular Timings: 6:00 AM to 7:
00 PM Daily: The temple is open most of the day, with a small midday closure possible (check locally):
Ideal Visit Time:
Early Morning: The temple is less crowded early in the morning (7:00 AM to 9:00 AM), providing a more peaceful environment for meditation and darshan:
Time Slot:
Avoid Peak Pooja Times: To avoid the most intense crowds, visit just before or after the main aarti or pooja timings (check with local sources for exact times):Special Events:
Hanuman Jayanti:
Grand Birthday Celebration: The biggest festival is Hanuman Jayanti (Lord Hanuman's birthday, usually in March or April), celebrated with large processions, special abhishekams, and community feeding (annadanam) that lasts th...Hanuman Jayanti:
Grand Birthday Celebration: The biggest festival is Hanuman Jayanti (Lord Hanuman's birthday, usually in March or April), celebrated with large processions, special abhishekams, and community feeding (annadanam) that lasts throughout the day:
Rama Navami Celebrations:
Festival of the Lord: The temple also participates in the celebrations of Rama Navami (March or April), as Lord Hanuman is the greatest devotee of Lord Rama, involving special decorative lighting and chanting:Best Photo Spots:
The Panchmukha Idol View:
Hanuman's Powerful Form: The best photo is capturing the heavily adorned and unique five-faced idol (if permitted;
often only from the mandapam):
Floatin...The Panchmukha Idol View:
Hanuman's Powerful Form: The best photo is capturing the heavily adorned and unique five-faced idol (if permitted;
often only from the mandapam):
Floating Stone Display:
The Setu Artifact: A close-up shot of the floating stone in the water, clearly showing it suspended on the surface, makes for a compelling, unique photo that blends legend and reality:
Vibrant Gopuram Details:
Colorful Sculptures: The smaller, yet colorfully sculpted, gopuram and the decorative Tamil artistry on the temple's facade offer excellent vibrant photo backdrops:Photo Gallery
Things To Do
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Darshan of the Five Faces:
Seek the Divine Panchamukha: Spend time admiring the detailed and powerful Panchmukha idol, focusing on the distinct animal and deity faces (Hayagriva, Narasimha, Garuda, etc.
):
Prayers and Offerings:
Perform Pooja and Offerings: Participate in a small pooja ritual, offering flowers, coconuts, or oil to Lord Hanuman for strength and protection:
View the Floating Stone:
Witness the Rama Setu Artifact: Take time to observe and touch the famed floating stone kept in the water tank, reflecting on the ancient epic:
Listen to Temple Narratives:
Hear the Ramayana Stories: Local pries...Darshan of the Five Faces:
Seek the Divine Panchamukha: Spend time admiring the detailed and powerful Panchmukha idol, focusing on the distinct animal and deity faces (Hayagriva, Narasimha, Garuda, etc.
):
Prayers and Offerings:
Perform Pooja and Offerings: Participate in a small pooja ritual, offering flowers, coconuts, or oil to Lord Hanuman for strength and protection:
View the Floating Stone:
Witness the Rama Setu Artifact: Take time to observe and touch the famed floating stone kept in the water tank, reflecting on the ancient epic:
Listen to Temple Narratives:
Hear the Ramayana Stories: Local priests or guides often narrate the full story of Mahiravana and the Panchmukha avatar;
listening to these tales enhances the visit:
Temple Art Study:
Check the Wall Murals: The temple walls and ceilings often feature vibrant paintings or murals depicting scenes from the Ramayana and the exploits of Lord Hanuman:
Information
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Architecture:
Traditional Tamil Temple:
Vibrant and Devotional: The architecture is a simpler, traditional Tamil temple style, often brightly painted and highly detailed with devotional sculptures:
The Five Faces Shrine:Traditional Tamil Temple:
Vibrant and Devotional: The architecture is a simpler, traditional Tamil temple style, often brightly painted and highly detailed with devotional sculptures:
The Five Faces Shrine:
Unique Idol: The central focus is the idol of Lord Hanuman with five heads and ten arms, housed in the main sanctum, which is highly stylized and heavily adorned with sindhoor (vermilion):
Floating Stone Display: The temple is structurally modified to include a small open tank/display area where the famous floating stone is kept, drawing a clear distinction from typical temple layouts:
Dimension Highlight: The temple is relatively compact compared to the main Ramanathaswamy Temple: It is built to house the significant murti and the floating stone exhibit, making efficient use of space: The main hall is designed to accommodate the steady flow of devotees: -
How To Reach:
By Air: Nearest Airport Madurai International Airport (IXM), approx.
177 KMS away: Hire a taxi or take a bus to Rameswaram town center:
By Train: Nearest Railway Station Rameswaram Railway Station (RMM), appr...By Air: Nearest Airport Madurai International Airport (IXM), approx.
177 KMS away: Hire a taxi or take a bus to Rameswaram town center:
By Train: Nearest Railway Station Rameswaram Railway Station (RMM), approx.
3 KMS away: The temple is very close to the main town area, so an auto-rickshaw or taxi is the best option from the station:
By Road:
Well-connected within the town: It is located on a main internal road that connects to the prominent temples:
By Local Transport: It is a short walk or a very quick auto-rickshaw ride (approx. Rs.50 to Rs.100) from the main Ramanathaswamy Temple or the bus stand area: -
Weather and Best Time to Visit:
Winter Season (October to March):
Pleasant and Recommended: The cool weather is perfect for comfortable visits and combining it with other nearby temples:
Monsoon Season (June to September):
Read MoreWinter Season (October to March):
Pleasant and Recommended: The cool weather is perfect for comfortable visits and combining it with other nearby temples:
Monsoon Season (June to September):
Spiritual Tranquility: A pleasant time, though care should be taken with wet floors and occasional heavy downpours:
Summer Season (April to May):
Very Hot: The morning hours are the only comfortable time to visit:
The midday stone floors can become very hot:
Different Parts of the Day:
Anytime (Quick Visit): Since the visit is usually quick, any time of day is fine, though the peaceful morning is highly recommended for an immersive experience:Near Tourist Places:
Ramanathaswamy Temple (2 KMS), Agni Theertham (2 KMS), Kalam House (1 KMS), Badrakaliamman Temple (1 KMS), Gandhamathana Parvatham (1 KMS), Lakshmana Theertham (0. 5 KMS), Jada Theertham (5 KMS), A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Memorial (4 KMS), Villoondi Theertham (6 KMS), Rameswaram Bus Stand (2 KMS)Tourism Tips
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Health & safety:
Wet Floors Caution: Due to the presence of the water tank and theertham near the temple, be cautious of potentially wet and slippery floors:
Packing Essentials:
Ra...Health & safety:
Wet Floors Caution: Due to the presence of the water tank and theertham near the temple, be cautious of potentially wet and slippery floors:
Packing Essentials:
Ramayana Knowledge: Reading a summary of the Mahiravana episode or the Ramayana enhances the visit's spiritual significance:
Accommodation:
Stay in Rameswaram Center: Numerous budget and mid-range accommodation options are available within easy walking distance or a short ride from this temple:
Other Tips:
Footwear and Donations:
Ensure footwear is removed outside: Donations should be voluntary;
avoid touts offering unwanted guide services:
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