Famous Ganesh temples in Maharashtra you can visit this Ganesh Chaturthi

Sep 18, 2023

By: Ayush Mehrotra & Shagun Chaudhary

Siddhivinayak Temple, Mumbai

Located in Prabhadevi, Mumbai, this temple is extremely popular and revered not only in Mumbai but throughout India. It's known for fulfilling the wishes of devotees.

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Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple, Pune

This is one of the most iconic Ganesh temples not only in Pune but in all of Maharashtra. It is known for its impressive gold-plated idol of Lord Ganesh.

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Siddhivinayak Temple, Siddhatek

This temple is one of the eight Ashtavinayak temples dedicated to Lord Ganesh in Maharashtra. It is situated on a hillock and is known for its serene location.

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Ballaleshwar Temple, Pali

Another one of the Ashtavinayak temples, this shrine is dedicated to Lord Ballaleshwar, a devotee of Lord Ganesh.

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Chintamani Temple, Theur

Also part of the Ashtavinayak pilgrimage, this temple is located on the banks of the Mula-Mutha River and is known for its tranquil surroundings.

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Ganpatipule Temple

Situated in the coastal town of Ganpatipule, this temple is unique because it houses a swayambhu (self-originated) idol of Lord Ganesh on the shores of the Arabian Sea.

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Mahaganapati Temple, Ranjangaon

This Ashtavinayak temple is famous for its majestic idol of Lord Ganesh and intricate architecture.

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Varad Vinayak Temple, Mahad

Another Ashtavinayak temple, it is known for its black stone idol of Lord Ganesh and its ancient history.

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Morgaon Ganpati Temple, Pune

One of the Ashtavinayak temples, it is famous for its grand architecture and historical significance.

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Vighnahar Ganpati Temple, Ozar

Located in Ozar, this temple is part of the Ashtavinayak pilgrimage and is known for its beautifully carved idol of Lord Ganesh.

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