Actress Avneet Kaur keeps her fans updated by sharing glimpses of her daily life happenings. Recently, Avneet shared a picture on Instagram visiting the famous Lalbaug Cha Raja pandal in Mumbai for Ganesh Chaturthi 2024. In the pictures, we can see Avneet bowing down at the Lord Ganesha statue. Sharing the pictures on her Instagram, she wrote, “Ganpati Bappa Morya, My first time at Laal Bagh, Blessed.” If you are also planning Mumbai to pay the famous Lalbaug Cha Raja idol at the pandal a visit during the festival, then here's everything you need to know beforehand.
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Mumbai is a city known for the most grand celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi. At the heart of this grand celebration, there is Labaugcha Raja, an idol that has become symbolic of devotion and artistic brilliance. Every year, thousands of people from all around the country visit Lalbaug in anticipation to witness the popular Lord Ganesha idol. Crafted with beautiful artistry, Lalbaugcha Raja isn't merely an idol. It is a symbol of faith, and vibrant spirits of Mumbai. Here are things to keep in mind before visiting Lalbaugcha Raja.
Things to know before visiting Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai
1. Travel
Lalbaugcha Raja is located in Lalbaug market. The local trains are the most convenient and affordable modes of transportation, if you are coming from a far distance, especially. Lower Parel railway station on the Western Line and Curry Road station on the Central Line are the closest stations. One can walk from the station or take a bus or cab to the pandal.
2. Long queue
Thousands of devotees flock to Lalbaugcha Raja daily during Ganesh Chaturthi. If you are going there for the first time, be prepared for the long waiting hours and queue. The line to have a glimpse of Lalbaugcha Raja is very long and it might possibly take one up to 12-13 hours of waiting for the darshan.
3. Refreshments
Make sure to keep refreshments like water, cold drinks, snacks and also medicines on-hand during your visit to Lalbaugcha Raja. During the long hours of waiting, make sure to keep yourself hydrated and energised.
4. Best time to visit
There are long waiting hours throughout the festival. But one can try going a bit early morning there so it might be less crowded. However, try going during the weekdays and completely avoid weekends.
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