5 Famous Ganesh Temples You Should Visit

August 29, 2024
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Ganesh Chaturthi: 5 Famous Ganesh Temples You Must Visit

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29 August 2024

Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi or Ganesh Utsav, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of the god Ganesha.

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The festival is celebrated with much pomp and zeal in several states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka.

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This year the celebrations last ten days, starting on September 6th and ending on September 17th.

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Here is a list of famous temples to visit on Ganesh Chaturthi:

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Lalbaugcha Raja, Pune: The huge size and exquisite craftsmanship of the Ganesha statue in this temple is very popular. It is usually adorned with precious ornaments and jewelry.

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Siddhivinayak Temple, Mumbai: This is one of the most famous Ganesh temples in the country. Celebrities and high-ranking officials often come to this temple to seek blessings from Lord Ganesh.

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Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple, Pune: The deity of Lord Ganesh in this temple measures 7.5 feet high and 4 feet wide

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Kanipakam Vinayaka Temple, Chittoor: Built by the Cholas in the 11th century, this Ganesh temple boasts remarkable historical architecture and intricate designs

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Ucchi Pillayar Temple, Tiruchirappalli: Perched atop the Rockfort in Trichy, this temple was carefully carved out of solid rock by the Pallavas.

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