Jodhpur

Ganesh Temple

Ganesh Temple

Jan 06, 2024

Sri Ganesh Temple in Jodhpur is nestled in the Ratnada hills and attracts a lot of devotees every year from all over the country. The beautiful location of the temple also offers a very scenic view of Jodhpur City. The temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesha and has the idols of Riddhi and Siddhi on either side which symbolizes prosperity and accomplishment. Wednesday is considered a very holy day to visit the temple and offer prayers to Gajananda.

The temple is maintained very well and has very peaceful surroundings which will satisfy you spiritually. Many devotees reach the temple by climbing up through 100-150 stairs which are built to reach the temple. This walking to the temple is considered very holy and is believed to pay respect to Lord Ganesha. If you are taking your car there is also a parking zone available below the hill.

The best time to visit this temple is in the evening when the place is lightened up and you get an amazing view of the location. At times of special festive occasions, Lord Ganesha is offered ‘Chola’ which means the vermilion wash. The idol of the deity is adorned with ornaments and a crown.

History of Ganesh Temple

As per a well-known legend, a human-sized sculpture of Lord Ganesha had emerged naturally from this site. The statue is about 8 feet tall and 5 feet wide. After this incident, the temple was constructed here which came to be known as the Ganesha temple of Jodhpur city.

Architecture of Ganesh Temple

The temple is maintained very well and has a very peaceful surrounding which will satisfy your spiritually. Many devotees reach the temple by climbing up through 100-150 stairs which are built to reach the temple. This walking to the temple is considered very holy and is believed to pay respect to Lord Ganesha.

If you are taking your personal car there is also a parking zone available below the hill. The best time to visit this temple is the evening when the place is lightened up and you get an amazing view of the location. At time of special festive occasions, Lord Ganesha is offered ‘chola’ which means the vermilion wash. The idol of the deity is adorned with ornaments and a crown.

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