Sri Jabali Anjaneya Swamy Temple – Hanuman’s Sacred Meditation Spot in Tirumala

 

 Location

The temple is located in the serene forested region of Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh, about 5 km from the main Tirumala temple complex. It is nestled amidst the Seshachalam Hills, offering a tranquil and spiritually charged atmosphere.

Temple Features and Deities

• Presiding Deity: Sri Anjaneya Swamy (Lord Hanuman), worshipped as a Swayambhu (self-manifested) idol.
• The temple faces east, and notably does not have a Rajagopuram or Dhwajastambam.
• The sacred tank is called Rama Pushkarini, and behind the temple lies the serene Sita Kund, believed to be the bathing site of Sita Devi during the Ramayana era.

Significance

• Jabali Maharshi performed intense japa here to please Lord Hanuman, giving the site its name: Japali Teertham.
• After discovering Sita in Lanka, Hanuman was torn between joy and rage. He paused here to meditate and resolve his inner turmoil.
• Upon attaining peace, Hanuman blessed this place, declaring that sincere prayers here would lead devotees to supreme truth and divine blessings.

Ganesha’s Presence in the Tree

• Traditionally, temples begin with a Ganesha idol, but this temple lacked one, leading to initial abandonment.
• Moved by this, Lord Ganesha manifested in the form of a growth at the base of a tree in front of the temple. Devotees now worship this sacred tree as Ganesha’s presence.

Festivals

• Hanuman Jayanti is the most celebrated festival here, drawing large numbers of devotees for special pujas and rituals.

Temple Timings

• Morning: 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM
• Evening: 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

How to Reach

• Located 5 km from Tirumala, the temple is accessible via APSRTC buses or taxis heading toward Akasa Ganga and Papavinasanam.
• From the drop-off point, devotees must walk about 2 km through forest trails, with steps and water facilities provided by TTD.
• It’s best to visit during daylight hours due to the dense forest surroundings.