Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple - Pune
Visit the Dagdusheth Ganpati Temple in Pune, a well known place for worship and tranquility.
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Ashtavinayak is a very special pilgrimage in Maharashtra. Ashtavinayak is a Sanskrit Word that means “Eight Ganesha”. These eight Ganesh temples are located in the state of Maharashtra, and they are around Pune city.
The most important aspect of Ashtavinayak temples is that they are Swayambhu or self-incarnated. Therefore, the Ganesh idols have special powers of fulfilling the wishes of devotees.
These eight temples are located at convenient distances from Pune and Mumbai both. People from the state and all over the country visit the temples to pay respect to Bhagwan Ganesh.
Bhagwan Ganesh blesses devotees with joy, wealth and wisdom. He is also destroyer of obstacles.
The trip is not very difficult or strenuous. However, it is important to plan for the Ashtavinayak Darshan tour.
A well-planned and well-organized trip will make your tour comfortable and divine. It is guaranteed that you will have a memorable Yatra.
Here are a few Top Travel Tips for Ashtavinayak Yatra.
We know that the Ashtavinayak temples are located at a convenient distance from Pune, Ashtavinayak Yatra doesn’t need very detailed preparation.
But you will still require some planning.
How many days do you have in hand? Do you have only two days or can you spare one day more? If you have only two days, then you can have a quick tour. Four temples will be covered in a day, and you will come back to Pune for night stay.
If you have three days, then you can have a more relaxed trip. Daily you will cover three temples and on the third day, you can go to Jejuri or Shirdi along with eight Ganesh temples.
Remember, you should go to these eight temples in a particular sequence. This is known as the Shastrokta Yatra. It begins from Moregaon and ends at Moregaon.
According to religious textbooks, Ashtavinayak yatra begins with Moreshwar Ganpati in Moregan. Next you will visit Siddhivinayaak at Siddhatek, then you will go to Ballaleshwar at Pali.
You will go to Varadvinayak at Mahad and then the next temple is Chintaamani at Thevur.
After that, you will go to Girijtmak at Lenyadri,Vigneshwar at Ozar, and finally you will go to Mahaganpati at Ranjangaon.
You will go to Moreshwar at Moregaon again. This is required to complete the Yatra as per religious books.
Several tour operators are there that can offer comfortable and complete packages according to your booking program. The accommodation is arranged in deluxe hotels. Packages include Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Book an ashtavinayak tour from a reputed tour operator in Mumbai or Pune.
The best time to travel to Ashtavinayak temples is between October and March. This is because temperature is moderate during this time. You will have pleasant weather and the skies are clear.
Monsoon months are not very comfortable because you will have difficulty while traveling from one temple to the other. It is because the region has heavy rainfall.
Similarly, summer season is not comfortable because temperature is very high. You will have trouble going outside during the daytime.
However, some people go to Ashtavinayak temples during August and September despite Monsoon season. It is because the biggest festival of Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated during this period. It is a ten-day festival and considered extremely sacred and important in Maharashtra.
As said before, Pune is the base station for two or three days Ashtavinayak Yatra. Since Pune is a big city, you do not have issues in searching for good-quality accommodation.
If possible, then you should avoid weekends. It is because temples are quite crowded during vacation, holidays, or weekends.
But when you go there by organized tours, you do not need to worry about accommodation or transportation. The operator will arrange everything for you.
Ashtavinayak yatra by car will give you a great experience. It is a superb divine experience.
During the Yatra, you should drink sufficient amount of water. Stay hydrated especially during the daytime.
If you are taking medicines regularly, then do not forget to have all your essential medicines ready.
Keep first-aid kit, sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to protect against sun exposure.
As far as safety is concerned, you should not keep valuable belongings and luggage throughout the journey.
Do not engage in activities which will compromise your safety.
Remember, you should dress respectfully while visiting Ashtavinayak temples.
You need to maintain silence and reverence within the temple premises.
Sometimes, photography or videography is not allowed. You should follow the rules.
Do not litter public areas and maintain cleanliness throughout the pilgrimage. Always respect local customs and traditions.
Respect Local Customs: Be aware of and respect local customs and traditions.
Ashtavinayak is a unique religious journey in Maharashtra. They are eight temples in Maharashtra located near Pune city.
The temples are considered self-incarnated or Swayambhu. Therefore, they are considered incredibly divine and sacred.
You can hire a tour operator to have a comfortable journey to Ashtavinayak Temples. The journey can be completed within two or three days.
In short, Ashtavinayak Yatra is a journey of faith, spirituality, divine essence. Book a journey to Ashtavinayak Temples and experience the rich cultural heritage of Maharashtra.
