Discovering the heritage of Umar’s Hanuman Temple
Nestled within the boundaries of the Mahanga assembly constituency in Cuttack district, lies the revered Umar Hanuman temple. This ancient temple holds a special place in the hearts of devotees as it is home to the divine presiding deities – Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra, who are worshipped alongside the mighty lord Hanuman. With its rich history and spiritual significance, the Umar Hanuman temple stands as a testament to the deep-rooted faith and devotion of the people in this region.
At the temple, they make a unique offering called “chudma” as a special prasad. This prasad is created using ingredients like atta, sugar, chenna, Ghee, grated coconut, and cashew nut. It’s a delightful treat that you can take home with you after visiting the temple. Additionally, if you’re interested, you have the opportunity to witness the live-making process of this prasad in the temple’s kitchen room. It’s a fascinating experience to see how this delicious prasad is prepared right before your eyes.
Festivals: The temple is particularly busy during Hanuman Jayanti, the birthday of Lord Hanuman, which is celebrated with great enthusiasm. Special rituals, prayers, and cultural programs are organized during this time, attracting large crowds. Another festival Rath Yatra holds great significance and is widely recognized as one of the most important and famous festivals. In addition to Rath Yatra, other significant celebrations such as Rama Lila, Astha Prahari, Dola Purnima, and Basanta Panchami are also observed with much enthusiasm and joy.
Best Time to Visit: Early mornings and evenings are ideal times to visit for a peaceful experience. Visiting during major festivals can be a unique experience but expect larger crowds.
The closest airport is Bhubaneswar Airport, located 66 km away. Regular bus services are available from Cuttack to Nischintakoili, and from there, you can hire an auto to Umar which is 6 km away. Cuttack is 40 km away from Umar. The nearest railway stations are Cuttack, which is 40 km away, and Bhubaneswar, which is 60 km away.
Nearest sightseeing spot from Umar Hanuman Temple
Bira Bhadreswar Temple (3.1KM)
Raghunath Jew Temple, Asureswar (7.9 KM)
Mahapurasha Achutyananda Pitha, Nemalo (12 KM)
Lalitgiri (15 KM)
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