Ganesh Chaturthi is considered one of the biggest festivals in India, especially in the Maharashtra region.
Ganesh Chaturthi is considered one of the biggest festivals in India, especially in the Maharashtra region. These 10 days long festival is devoted to Lord Ganesha. It is believed that Lord Ganesha graces bring happiness, wisdom, and prosperity to his devotees. This year, the celebrations will start on August 31.
On the first day of this auspicious occasion, an idol of lord Ganesha is brought to the homes and worshipped for 10 days. On the 11th day, people gear up for the Ganesh visharjan, in which the idol of Lord Ganesha is immersed in a water body after a beautiful procession.
1. 1. Siddhivinayak Temple, Mumbai
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The Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai is one of the most famous temples of Lord Ganesha. It is believed that visiting this temple makes one's desires come true via the power of manifestation.
2. Ranthambore Ganesh Temple, Rajasthan
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Ranthambore Ganesh temple is one of the oldest temples of Lord Ganesh. It is considered to be the first Vinayak temple in the whole world. The most beautiful thing about this temple is that consists of the whole family of Lord Ganesha.
3. Adi Vinayaka Temple, Tamil Nadu
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4. 4. Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple, Pune
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Located in Pune, Maharashtra, the Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple is a holy shrine devoted to the Hindu god Ganapati. Even by itself, the Ganesha statue is a marvel. Throughout the years, devotees have added approximately eight kg of gold adornment to the seven and a half foot tall, four foot wide structure.
5. Ganesh Tok Temple, Sikkim
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This Ganesh temple in Gangtok the capital of Sikkim is at an altitude of 6500 m. The panoramic views of the entire city of Gangtok, the Raj Bhavan complex, and mount Kanchenjunga panoramic views can be seen from here.
