Hanuman Dandi temple

The Hanuman Dandi Temple is a Hindu temple located on Beyt Dwarka, an island off the coast of Gujarat, India, dedicated to the deity Hanuman and his son Makardhwaj.

Situated approximately 5 kilometers from the Dwarkadhish Temple in Bet Dwarka, this temple is unique as it features idols of Hanuman and Makardhwaj, showcasing a rare depiction of Hanuman, who is traditionally considered a celibate, with his progeny.

[1] According to mythology, during the battle of Ramayana, Hanuman encountered Makardhwaj, who was born from Hanuman's sweat droplets consumed by a fish.

The temple commemorates their meeting and represents themes of duty, valor, and familial bonds in the lore of Hanuman.

[2] The temple architecture embodies typical elements of Gujarati design but is notably simplistic, focusing on the sanctity of the idols rather than ornate embellishment.