Located on the Durga Kund Road, Sankat Mochan Mandir is one of the ancient shrines in
Varanasi of
Uttar Pradesh. The 'Sankat Mochan' literally means 'deliverer from troubles'. This temple is believed to have been built by
Tulsidas, a saint poet. The presiding deity is
Lord Hanuman.
The
Sankat Mochan Music Festival, celebrated here to mark the birth of Lord Hanuman, draws people from far and near. Artists from all over the country assemble here on this occasion.
It is considered auspicious to worship here on Tuesdays and Saturdays. The temple is about 7 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station.
