Hanuman Tok
Hanuman Tok is a Hindu temple complex which is located in the upper reaches of Gangtok, the capital of the Indian state of Sikkim. The temple is dedicated to lord Hanuman, and maintained by the Indian army. It was established in 1952.[1]
| Hanuman Tok | |
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | East Sikkim |
| Deity | Hanuman |
| Location | |
| Location | About 11 km far from Gangtok |
| State | Sikkim |
| Country | India |
  Location in Sikkim | |
| Geographic coordinates | 27°20′52″N 88°37′43″E |
| Architecture | |
| Completed | 1952 |
| Elevation | 2,194.56 m (7,200 ft) |
Legends
According to the local legends, when Hanuman was flying to Dronagiri Mountain which had the life saving herb Sanjeevani to save Lord Rama's brother Lakshmana, he rested in the spot for some time where his temple now lies.
References
- Shankar, Kalyani (5 May 2011). "Sikkim's serene monasteries and stunning vistas". The Economic Times. Retrieved 23 July 2020. Shrivastava, Alok K. (2002). Surajkund, the Sikkim Story. Information & Public Relations Department, Government of Sikkim. p. 31. ISBN 9788188287017.
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