Situated in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram, O.T.C. Hanuman / Anjaneya Temple is one of the most visted hanuman temples in Kerala. Apart from Lord Hanuman, the other deities in the temple are Lord Siva, Lord Ganapati, Naga devatas and Yogeeswaran.

 Location OTC Hanuman Temple, Vikas Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Legend

According to the legends, the capital of Travancore was shifted from Padmanabhapuram to Thiruvananthapuram after the reign of King Marthanda Varma. Initially, the headquarters of the Nair Brigade was shifted from the old capital to the new. After that it was shifted to Kollam and later brought back to Thiruvananthapuram. Many of the deities worshipped by theNair soldiers were brought to Thiruvananthapuram. The cavalry of the Nair Brigade brought with them the Ganesha idols of Pazhavangady and Palayam temples, whereas, the cavalry soldiers brought the idol of Sri Hanuman to Thiruvananthapuram. Since the temple was originally located with the military camp, the temple is officially referred as O.T.C. (Officers Training Camp) Hanuman Temple.

Architecture

The main temple is built as per Dravidian architecture

Culture

As the capital city of the State, Thiruvananthapuram is an interesting mixture of tradition and modernity. It has got classical leanings and a rich heritage of ancient kingdoms, and is blessed with rich and verdant natural charm. This is one of the cleanest cities in the country. Amidst all the inevitable modernization efforts, Thiruvananthapuram maintains its simplistic rural appeal..

Darsan Dresscode

At Hanuman Temple, Kerala traditional attire is preferred.

Darsan Info

The Hanuman Temple is open from 5 AM to 11 AM and from 5 PM to 8 PM.

O.T.C. Hanuman Temple at PMG is one of the most visited Hanuman temples in Kerala.

The Hanuman Temple is open from 5 AM to 11 AM and from 5 PM to 8 PM. Four daily poojas are held - Usha Pooja at 5:30 AM, Ethirthru Pooja at 7:30, Ucha Pooja at 10: 45 AM and and Athazha Pooja at 7:30 PM. The Deeparadhana is held at 6:25 PM. Thursdays are special for the temple and hence experience heavy rush of devotees.

Special Rituals

Muzhukkappu is a special ritual at Hanuman Temple in Trivandrum where the idol is covered with sandal, but this is booked till the year 2026.

Temple Rituals

This temple enshrines Lord Hanuman / Anjaneya as the main deity. Lord Shiva, Lord Ganapathy, Yogeeswaran and Naga devatas are the other deities worshipped in the temple complex. 

Additional Info


Indian Coffee House in Vikas Bhavan Complex