Popularly known as Ganapati, Vinayak, and Pillayar Lord Ganesh is considered the remover of obstacles and hence worshipped by most Hindus before any major endeavor they undertake. He is one of the best-known and worshipped deities in the Hindu religion. Devotion to Ganesh is widely diffused and extends to Jains, and Buddhists, and includes Nepal, Bangladesh, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and even China. Identified readily by His elephant head, he is widely revered as the remover of obstacles and thought to bring good luck. He is the deva of intellect and wisdom. Also referred to as ‘Ekdanta’ or one-toothed, he brings happiness and prosperity even to the most depressed soul. The elephant deity is the son of Shiv and Parvati and is considered to be the lord of good fortune, success, education, wisdom, and the destroyer of all evils. There are many famous temples in India dedicated to Lord Ganesh that worshippers must visit. Here are 7 most ancient and beautiful temples in India that deserve ...
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