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Bageshwar Dham Balaji Temple
बागेश्वर धाम बालाजी मन्दिर
Religion
Affiliation	Hinduism
District	Chhatarpur
Deity	Hanuman
Festivals	Hanuman Jayanti
Location
State	Madhya Pradesh
Country	India
Shown within Madhya Pradesh
Geographic coordinates	24°55′50″N 79°35′45″E / 24.93055°N 79.59583°E / 24.93055; 79.59583
Architecture
Type	Hindu temple architecture

Bageshwar Dham Balaji Temple is a renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Hindu God Hanuman, situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. Nestled amidst the serene environs of the region, this temple holds profound religious significance among devotees of Lord Hanuman, also known as Balaji, a revered deity in Hinduism worshiped. ^{[1] [2]}

Location

It is situated in village Gara at a distance of 35 km from a small town named Panna Gunj on Khajuraho Panna Road in Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. ^[3]

History

Bageshwar Dham Temple is an old temple.This temple was renovated 20–30 years ago, around 1986. After that this temple started becoming quite famous. Sant Setu Lalji Maharaj arrived there in the year 1987. He was the grandfather of Acharya Dhirendra Krishna Shastri. After that, in the year 2012, Darbar was started to solve the problems of the devotees. After that, in the year 2016, Bhoomi Pujan took place in Bageshwar Dham and then this Dham of Lord Balaji became famous for the solution of problems. ^{[4] [5]}

Architecture and design

Bageshwar Dham Balaji Temple is a fine example of traditional Hindu temple architecture, characterized by its intricate carvings, majestic spires, and ornate pillars. The temple complex encompasses various structures including the main sanctum sanctorum, assembly halls, and ancillary shrines dedicated to other deities.

The sanctum sanctorum of the temple houses the presiding deity, Lord Hanuman, enshrined in the form of a sacred idol or murti. Devotees offer prayers, perform rituals, and make offerings to the deity as a symbol of their devotion and reverence.

Religious significance

The Temple holds immense religious significance for devotees of Lord Balaji, who consider it as a sacred abode of the deity. Pilgrims flock to the temple throughout the year, especially during auspicious occasions and festivals, to seek blessings and divine intervention in their lives.The temple also serves as a center for religious and cultural activities, hosting various ceremonies, bhajans (devotional songs), and spiritual discourses that enrich the spiritual lives of devotees and foster a sense of community among them. ^[6]

Visiting information

The Temple is easily accessible from Chhatarpur distinct, The distance from Bhopal to Bageshwar Dham is approximately 365 km. For those who wish to go by train, Bageshwar Dham can also be reached from Chhatarpur Railway Station or Khajuraho Railway Station. Bus and Taxi service from this railway station to the Dham are also available. The temple welcomes visitors and devotees of all faiths, adhering to the principles of religious harmony. ^[7]

See also

• Dhirendra Krishna Shastri
• Khole Ke Hanuman Ji Temple

References