Ganesh Chaturthi: 5 Famous Ganesh Temples To 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 Lord Ganesha


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


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This year, the celebration will take place over ten days, starting on September 6 and ending on September 17


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Here's a list of famous temples one can visit on Ganesh Chaturthi:


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Lalbaugcha Raja, Pune: The enormous size and exquisite craftsmanship of the Ganesha idol at this temple are very popular. It is usually adorned with valuable ornaments and jewellery


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Siddhivinayak Temple, Mumbai: This is one of the most well-known Ganesh temples in the country. Celebrities and high-ranking officials frequently come to this temple to ask Lord Ganesh for blessings


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


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Kanipakam Vinayaka Temple, Chittoor: Constructed during the 11th century by the Cholas, this Ganesh temple showcases remarkable historical architecture and intricate designs


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Ucchi Pillayar Temple, Tiruchirappalli: Perched atop the Rockfort in Trichy, this temple was meticulously carved from solid rock by the Pallavas


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