5 Famous Lord Ganesha Temples To Visit in India During Ganesh Chaturthi

India is a land of festivals, making it one of the most vibrant countries in the world! If you are in India and looking to experience the festive vibe of our culturally rich country, you are in luck as Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 is just around the corner. It is on 7 September this year but the celebrations last for 10 days, leading to the grand Ganesh Visarjan on 17 September.

Ganesh Chaturthi marks the birth of Lord Ganesha. During this festival, devotees observe fast and bring the idol of Ganesha to their home and install it. He is worshipped every day and offered his favorite modak. On the day of the visarjan, the idol is immersed in water after a grand procession where people come together to sing and dance, celebrating Lord Ganesha’s journey back to his home, Mount Kailash.

If you want to see Lord Ganesha’s birth celebrations in all its glory, you must visit one of these five famous Ganesha temples in India, which are listed below.

1. Shree Siddivinayak Temple in Mumbai

Whenever you plan a Mumbai tour, if there’s one place that will always appear in your list of recommended attractions, it’s the glorious Shree Siddhivinayak Temple. Every day, numerous devotees visit this place which is known for fulfilling people’s wishes. You could even spot several known celebrities offering their prayers to Lord Ganesha at this temple. The temple complex looks even more stunning at night when it’s all lit up. While it is going to be a little too crowded during Ganesh Chaturthi, it is still a must-visit.

2. Kanipakam Vinayak Temple in Chittoor

Located at a distance of about 75 km from Tirupati at Andhra Pradesh’s Chittoor, the Kanipakam Vinayak Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha. It is interesting to note that the idol of Lord Ganesha in this temple is said to be growing a few inches every year! An annual Brahmotsavam takes place in the temple complex on Ganesh Chaturthi, so visiting Kanipakam Vinayak Temple will be the perfect plan to celebrate this auspicious occasion.

3. Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple in Pune

This glorious shrine of Lord Ganesha is a popular temple in Maharasthra’s Pune visited by thousands of devotees to seek the blessings of the Elephant God. This year’s Ganesh Chaturthi at the Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple is going to be extra special as the temple trust has announced that they will be replicating the Jatoli Shiv Temple from Himachal Pradesh for this occasion and even exceeding its original height of 122 feet!

4. Ranthambore Ganesha Temple in Rajasthan

The wildlife tours at Ranthambore are quite popular, but do you know what could be added to your Rajasthan sightseeing tour for a memorable experience? A visit to the ancient Ranthambore Ganesha Temple! Home to the three-eyed Trinetra Ganesha, this temple is perched atop a 1000-year-old fort! It is said that Lord Krishna and Rukmini’s wedding invite was sent to this temple thousands of years ago. Hence, even today, people send their wedding invites to the temple to seek Lord Ganesha’s divine blessings. Needless to say, Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at this historic site are a must-watch!

5. Ucchi Pillayar Temple in Tamil Nadu

Situated on a hilltop in Tamil Nadu’s Tiruchirappalli, the Ucchi Pillayar Temple is another fascinating Ganesha temple in India. This 7th-century temple is 83 meters tall and can be reached by climbing 437 steps cut into a rock. During Ganesh Chaturthi, a 100-kg Kolukattai (a sweet made of rice flour, coconut, and jaggery) is offered to the Lord to celebrate his birth. Visit this beautiful temple for a fun Ganesh Chaturthi celebration this year.

With so many Lord Ganesha temples listed out for you, you will have no dearth of places to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi in India. At My Flight Trip, we are dedicated to making your travel and tours enjoyable and memorable. If you want to book a spiritual tour to explore the holy side of India, get in touch with us today. We have a wide range of temple tour packages to provide you with the perfect pilgrimage. So, what are you waiting for? Get in touch with My Flight Trip to see what’s in store for you!