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Hanuman Theertham
Hanuman Theertham is a spring-fed pilgrimage spot on the banks of the South Pennar (Thenpennai) River with roots in the Ramayana. Local belief holds that Lord Hanuman poured out a vessel of holy Ganga water here, while the nearby Rama Theertham waterfall is said to have formed where Rama's arrow struck the rock. A spring continues to flow from the rock even when the river runs dry, and pilgrims take a ritual dip at both Hanuman Theertha and Rama Theertha.
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Hanuman Theertham
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Plan Hanuman Theertham
Typeheritage
Nearest basePennagaram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/basePennagaram
DistrictDharmapuri
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
Hanuman Theertham is a spring-fed pilgrimage spot on the banks of the South Pennar (Thenpennai) River with roots in the Ramayana. Local belief holds that Lord Hanuman poured out a vessel of holy Ganga water here, while the nearby Rama Theertham waterfall is said to have formed where Rama's arrow struck the rock. A spring continues to flow from the rock even when the river runs dry, and pilgrims take a ritual dip at both Hanuman Theertha and Rama Theertha.
Hanuman Theertham is planned from Pennagaram, one of the travel bases in Dharmapuri district. Use Pennagaram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Hanuman Theertham — at a glance
TimingsOpen access; daylight hours recommended
Best timePost-monsoon, November to February (higher water)
Entry: Free
Getting there: About 25 km from Dharmapuri town towards Pennagaram; Dharmapuri railway station (Salem-Bangalore line) ~25 km; nearest airports Salem (SXV) ~90 km and Bengaluru (BLR) ~110 km.
A rustic riverside pilgrimage spot with few facilities; the last stretch involves walking, and the spring and falls are most active after the monsoon.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Pennagaram or nearby in Dharmapuri, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Hanuman Theertham — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Hanuman Theertham?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Hanuman Theertham?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open access; daylight hours recommended. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Hanuman Theertham?
Base yourself in Pennagaram or nearby in Dharmapuri, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Hanuman Theertham?
About an hour.
What else is near Hanuman Theertham?
Nearby you can pair Hogenakkal Falls (10.2 km), Melagiri Hills (11.8 km), Perumbalai Archaeological Site (18.3 km), Subramania Siva Memorial (23.2 km).
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