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Ashtavinayaka means "eight Ganeshas". Ganesha is the Hindu deity of unity, prosperity & learning and removes obstacles. Ashtavinayaka yatra trip refers to a pilgrimage to the eight Ganesha temples in Maharashtra State of India. The Ashtavinayaka yatra covers the eight ancient holy temples of Ganesha which are situated around Pune. Each of these temples has its own individual legend and history, as distinct from each other as the idols in each temple. The form of each idol of Ganesha and His trunk are distinct from one another.
- Vighneshwar - Ozar
- Girijatmaja - Lenyadri
- Mahaganapati - Ranjangaon
- Chintamani - Theur
- Mayureshwar - Morgaon
- Siddhi-Vinayak - Siddhatek
- Jejuri - Khandoba
- Varad Vinayaka - Mahad
- Ballaleshwar - Pali
Itineraries
Day 1
Mumbai - Ozar - Lenyadri - Ranjangaon - Pune
Begin your Ashtavinayak Tour from Mumbai. Proceed to Ozar (Vighneshwar) or remover of obstacles, this he achieved by vanquishing the demon Vighnasura - Swayambhu (Self-generated) idol with the trunk to the left. The temple faces the east and has several idols. Also visit Lenyadri (Girijatmaja) the temple on the hill, which has 283 steps, It is believed that Mata Parvati performed penance to beget Ganesha at this point. The temple stands amidst a cave complex of 18 caves of Buddhist origin. The temple is the 8th cave. These are called Ganesh-Leni as well. Later proceed to Ranjangaon (Mahaganapati)-Lord Shiva believed to have worshipped Lord Ganesha before fighting the demon Tripurasura here. The temple faces the east. Constructed so that the rays of the Sun fall directly on the idol. The idol is portrayed, seated on a lotus, flanked by his consorts Siddhi & Riddhi. Mahaganpati is believed to have eight, ten or twelve hands. Evening back to Pune. Night stay at Pune.
Day 2
Pune - Theur - Morgaon - Siddhatek - Jejuri - Pune
Early morning proceed to Theur (Chintamani) via Jejuri. Chintamani temple faces the north, Swayambhu (Self-generated) idol with the trunk to the left. Ganesha is believed to have got back the precious Chintamani Jewel from greedy Guna for saga Kapila at this spot. However, after bringing back the jewel, saga Kapila put it Lord Ganesh’s neck naming him as the Chintamani Vinayak. Further proceed to Morgaon (Mayureshwar) -The temple faces the north, Swayambhu (Self-generated) idol with the serpent above the head. The temple has eight Ganesha idols in eight corners. There is Nandi sitting in the front of the temple entrance, which is unique, as Nandi is normally in front of only Shiva temples. Temple looks like tiny fort from distance. Also visit Siddhatek (Siddhi-Vinayak) Swayambhu (Self-generated) idol. This is the only idol of the eight Ashtavinayakas with the trunk positioned to its right. The temple faces the north and has the idols of other gods like Vishnu, Shiva and Parvati. Later visit Jejuri - Khandoba temple. Evening back to Pune. Night stay at Pune.
Day 3
Departure from Mahad - Pali - Mumbai
Proceed to Mahad (Varad Vinayaka)- Swayambhu (Self-generated) idol with the trunk to the left. Ganesha is said to reside here in the form of Varad Vinayaka, the giver of bounty or success. Further proceed to Pali (Ballaleshwar) the temple faces the east with swayambhu (Self-generated) idol with the trunk to the left. This is the only Ashtavinayak idol to be named after a Ganesha devotee. Drive back to Mumbai. Tour Concludes.
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