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There are many temples dedicated to Lord Ganesha across India. Each temple has an interesting history....

Vinayaka, also known as Ganapati, has many temples in every Indian state. Some temples are very special and popular among devotees. ...

The Idagunji Ganapati temple is located in Honnavara, Uttara Kannada district. The deity here is seen standing with both the tusks intact. ...

The Lalbaugcha Raja Ganpati Mandal was founded in 1934 when fishermen and vendors prayed to Lord Ganesha vowing to build a permanent marketplace. Today, it is one of the most famous Ganesha Mandals in...

‘Ganesha’ or ‘Ganapati’ means one who is the leader of the Ganas. There are 108 names for the beloved Lord of auspicious beginnings in the Ganesha Ashtottara Shatanamavali, which is usually chanted on...

Ganesh Chaturthi (Vinayaka Chaturthi/Vinayaka Chavithi) is a popular festival celebrated to welcome Lord Ganesha to earth from Mount Kailash. It falls on the fourth day after the new moon in the Bhadr...