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ASI Protected

Jakhu Temple

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Ancient

Perched on the highest peak in Shimla at 2,455m with a 33m Hanuman statue — one of the tallest in the world.

Source: Aitihasik heritage database. Use this as a field guide and verify sensitive historical claims before citation.

Details

Dynasty
Modern India
Style
North Indian
Primary Deity
Hanuman
Languages
Hindi, Sanskrit
Scripts
Devanagari, Sanskrit

Historical Significance

33m Hanuman statue. Highest point in Shimla. Monkey territory

Architectural Features

33m Hanuman statueHilltop at 2,455mPanoramic viewsMonkey inhabitants