Sep 12, 2012

Anjanadri Betta

June 23, 2012

Anjanadri Parvatha is said to be the birth place of Lord Hanuman. The hill is about 3 km west of Anegundi village.

Anjanadri Parvatha
A closer look at Anjanadri Betta. The hill is surrounded by plantain and paddy fields. At the top is a small temple and many monkeys.

One has to climb about 500 steps the summit. The climb is safe and quite easy because of the stairway right from the base all the way to the top. Close to the summit, there's a overhanging rock, one has to really bend low to go under it. The hill top is heavenly, refreshing cool breeze and beautiful sights of. Rashyamukha hill, green fields, Tungabhadra river and parts of Hampi. This is Rashyamukha Betta; on the boulder strewn surface a fort wall can be seen close to the hill top.

That's river Tungabhadra flowing through the valleys of rocky hills. On the left is Koppal district and on the right is Vijayanagara district (formerly Bellary district).

Plenty of monkeys live on this hill, in fact they hang around the temple. Tourists and temple visitors feed these monkeys with channa and other eatables. This well built monkey seems to be the leader of the group, other monkeys kept distance from him. He was sitting like this for quite some time, the position seemed  to be relaxing. He was facing the temple entrance. In the background is Rashyamukha hill.

Anjandri is popular among Western tourists for sunsets views. During my two visits, I was a bit too late for sunset on the first visit. During the second visit, it was cloudy and it had rained some time back. Clouds obscured the sunset :(

Ravi and Malatesh relax after a hectic day.

This temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman and his mother Anjanadevi sits on a edge, a 60 feet sheer drop. The temple is managed by a friendly Baba and his disciples who live here. During my first visit, I saw a person having tea, its pleasant aroma in the air. I too wanted to have tea. I asked the Baba if we could get some tea. Yes, please sit down. A boy spread a mat for us and brought cups of tea. It was one of the best teas I ever had.

During both visits, Anjnadri Betta was our final destination of the days. Oh, both visits were on Saturdays, Lord Hanuman's day.
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29 comments:

Unknown said...

Lots of efforts by you Siddeshwar, now a days I don't see this passion, it has become rare. You are one among that rare. You are doing great job, in future we may not see what you have captured. Thanks Raj

shashi said...

Hi, Please can you tell us how to reach to this place from Bangalore

siddeshwar said...

Thanks Raj.

Shashi, here's the route: Bangalore-Chitradurga-Hospete-Anegundi. Anjanadri Betta is approximately 5 kms from Anegundi village.

Unknown said...

Hi, Please can you tell how to reach Anjanadri temple from Anegundi village. Thanks

siddeshwar said...

Its one straight road from Anegundi village to Anjanadri hill and top of that hill is Anjanadri temple.

Unknown said...

whether any road is existing or we have to climb the Hill through steps?

siddeshwar said...

@ Lakshmi Sagar - no road to hill top, you have to take the stairway :)

Unknown said...

Good info, Siddeshwar. Is there a place to park the car at the foothills (is it safe) & then take the steps to the temple? Thanks.

Captain Flint said...

Parking is available after a brief ascent by road from the arch on the main road. The parking will be on a slightly inclined surface but no real concern.

You can also park the car on the State highway itself ( i.e near the arch ) walk the extra few hundred meters that are motorable if you wish, but not really required..

(And sorry Siddeshwar for taking liberty to preempt your answer)

siddeshwar said...

@ Captain Flint - your comment is informative, perfect! Thank you.

Rakshith said...

Thank you and liked Ur concern keep going bro

Anonymous said...

Could you tell is there any public transport facilities available to reach the hill...?

siddeshwar said...

There are government buses plying between Kamalapur and Anegundi. Also, there are shared or standalone auto-rickshaws at Anegundi.

Unknown said...

Is there any bus facilities from Hospet.
If yes timings please

Unknown said...

How to reach anjanadri from ballari

siddeshwar said...

Sharath, I guess there are buses from Hospet to Anegundi which have to pass by Anjanadri Betta.

Unknown, Ballari-Hospet-Anegundi. One can get off at Anjanadri.

DEVENDRAGOUDAG@blogspot.com said...

Yes You Are Right Some Nekrtc Bus Going From Hospet To Gangavathi So You Catch That Bus The Root Is Hospet Bukkasagara Kadebagilu Then Leave Come Out From Bus 3 Wheeler Auto Rikshaw Are Available To Anjanadri Hill Sometimes Bikers Also Giving Lift TO Anjanadri Hill

Unknown said...

No other way only through steps...

Harikush said...

Can I get a well known persons contact number , so that I can clarify my list of doubts

siddeshwar said...

Unknown - could you contact me by email. address is available in my profile.

Unknown said...

Nice experiance

Anonymous said...

How about senior citizen? Any doli facility available to reach hill top?

siddeshwar said...

No such facility, to my knowledge.

Unknown said...

How can I reach from Bellary ?

Earlier I stayed for a trip near Sanapur and was able to go. Now I am at Bellary

siddeshwar said...

I think you could take the below mentioned route:
Bellary - Kampli - Anegundi - Anjanadri.

Anonymous said...

Siddeswar coming with wife by car , where to park,stay and how to plan hampi Dynasty and my lord Anjaneya,is Saturday recommended

siddeshwar said...

Could you please email me your tentative start date please. Email is available in my profile page.

Anonymous said...

How to Anjanadri hill by budagumpa cross

siddeshwar said...

Please search in Google Maps.