The Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shri Ganesh. It is located in Prabhadevi, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. This is the most famous spiritual temple for Hindus in Mumbai. Infact, all good work needs to begin with blessing from Lord Ganesh. It was originally built by Laxman Vithu and Deubai Patil on 19 November 1801. It is one of the richest temples in India.
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Visit at the Shree Siddhivinayak a good experience
The temple has a small mandap with the shrine for Siddhi Vinayak. The wooden doors to the sanctum are carved with images of the Ashtavinayak. The inner roof of the sanctum is plated with gold, and the central statue is of Ganesha. In the periphery, there is a Hanuman temple as well. The exterior of the temple consists of a dome which is lit up with multiple colors in the evenings and they keep changing every few hours. The statue of Shri Ganesha is located exactly under the dome. The pillars are carved out with the images of ashtvinayak.
Must visit while in Mumbai
When we visited on a Friday morning, there was moderate crowd and we could conveniently offer the puja and darshan. Post puja, we bought Laddu prasad from the counter and visited the entire temple premises. The temple campus houses several shops, selling puja sweets (modak) and puja offering. Also, there are several shops selling effigy of Idols and Souvenir items. No visit in Mumbai is complete without visiting Siddhivinayak temple - Would like to revisit again.
When in Mumbai, have a darshan of the lord
A great please of worship. Amazing piece of art and architecture. The very premises of the temple are filled with bliss and serenity. Huge crowd but it is worthy of the blessings of lord Ganesha. A must visit when in Mumbai. Generally, people are happy if they have a glimpse of the lord. Minor discomforts are ignored. Same with this place. Since the temple is provided great security because of the terror threats, devotees have to leave the mobiles apart. Frisking is inevitable.
Siddhivinayak Temple Timings, Aarti Schedule & Entry Fee
The Siddhivinayak Temple is open on all days. Entry begins at 5:30 AM on all days except Tuesdays and special days such as Vinayaki Chaturthi, Sankashti Chaturthi, Maghi Shree Ganesh Jayanti and Bhadrapad shree Ganesh Chaturthi. The temple closes after the last aarti of the day at 9:50 PM from Wednesday to Monday. On Tuesdays, the doors to the temple open early at 3:15 AM and close after midnight.
Entry to the Siddhivinayak Temple is free for regular visitors. However, if you wish to skip the long queues that are a common site on Tuesdays, weekends and bank holidays, you can pay INR 50 to stand in a special queue for “paid darshan”. If you opt for this, your waiting time is cut down from several hours to 20 - 45 minutes.
Foreigners and NRIs can pre-book their darshan at Link for a seamless experience and some gifts (a “vastra” which is thought to become holy after it is draped on the Ganesha idol at this temple, a photo frame and laddoos which form the prasad) at the end of the visit.
There are separate entry gates to the shrine, depending on whether you wish to enter the inner sanctum (the gabhara) or exit with a quick view of the deity from afar. Differently abled devotees, mothers carrying infants and senior citizens have a smaller queue inside.
Cameras are not permitted inside the temple, nor are laptops. If you happen to carry either of these with you, you can book a security locker at the premise for only INR 10 for cameras and INR 50 for laptops. You can carry your mobile phone with you, but ensure you keep it on silent and do not take pictures.
Shoes must be removed before entering the shrine. There are deposit stands for footwear where you can collect a token against your shoe. This is a free service, but some visitors choose to donate a nominal amount of INR 5 or INR 10 to the temple servants. The Siddhivinayak Temple is under CCTV surveillance and large screens display the footage, so security is taken care of.
How to Reach
By
Air: Mumbai is service by Chattrapati Shivaji Airport which houses both
domestic and international airfield. The train terminus is 21
kilometers from the airport. Any local transport can take you to the
iconic structure.
By Rail: Chattrapati Shivaji Terminus
being a train terminal is easiest to reach by rail. Many trains
disembark at this station. Local Trains: If you are travelling on the
Central Line, you can get off at Dadar or Parel and then hail a taxi. On
the Western Line, Prabhadevi or Lower Parel are the nearest railway
stations. For those arriving on the Harbour Line, change into Central
Line at Kurla. All the local train stations are 1.5 km to 3.5 km away
from the temple.
By Road: Mumbai is well-connected by road
that leads to all major cities in India. City Buses: The closest bus
stops for the State-run BEST buses are Shri Siddhivinayak Mandir and
Ravindra Natya Mandir. Both the bus stops are at a walking distance from
the temple and buses ply every few minutes. Private Transport: For a
comfortable ride, you can hire a private cab (kaali-peeli or
black-and-yellow taxi) or a radio taxi run by Uber, Ola, Meru, etc.
Parking is scarce near the temple, and cars are often towed, so avoid
driving by yourself.
History Behind the Siddhivinayak Temple
This temple was first established in 1801 at the behest of a wealthy lady named Deubai Patil, and consecrated for worship on the 19th of November that year. The structure was significantly smaller than the one which stands in its place today. The idol, however, is the same monolithic statue carved from a black stone. Although today, it is painted in a bright shade of orange, with gold plating some of its elements. The Siddhivinayak Temple received a vast transformation after the Government of Maharashtra decided to renovate it in 1990 and regulate the flow of tourists to ease congestion. The refurbishment works were completed in 1993.
Architecture of Siddhivinayak Temple
Siddhivinayak Temple is a 6-storey building with a dome at its apex. This prominent dome is plated with gold and adds to the attraction of the temple. The edifice is mainly built of marble and pink granite while the multiple domes in the premise are made of either gold or a combination of five metals. There are three entrances to the inner shrine on the ground level. It is this floor that visitors throng for pooja and darshan. The idol of Ganesha sits in the inner sanctum on an opulent throne of gold. He is flanked on either side by the idols of Hindu goddesses Riddhi and Siddhi. The second floor is home to the kitchen where food is prepared to be offered to the idol. There are also some administrative offices on this floor. The third floor is the main office and the computer room. The fourth floor is a library and study hall with a collection of more than 8000 books on various genres. Access to this hall and all the books is free for all. The fifth floor is another kitchen – a larger one for cooking food during the festivals and special fire offerings. The sixth (and also the top) floor of the temple is the group of 47 gold-plated crowns which make up the roof.
Places to Visit Near Siddhivinayak Temple
After you are done exploring the Siddhivinayak Temple, you can make your way to a number of sightseeing spots nearby:
1. Worli Sea Face: Spanning approximately 3.5 km, this stretch of paved walkway is great for a walk in the mornings and evenings, with the sea breeze blowing in your hair. There is also a public garden on the other side of the road with a water tank at its centre.
2. Worli Fort: If you are a history buff and enjoy exploring ruins, take a walk inside this British Fort which stands on the Worli Hill. Only a fraction of the original construction stands today, but it is still a place that will enchant you.
3. Prabhadevi Beach: With gorgeous views of the Arabian Sea and an unobstructed view of the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, Prabhadevi Beach is a great place to watch the sunset. You may not find food stalls like you normally would at most other Mumbai beaches, but that only means you will avoid unnecessary crowds.
4. Ravindra Natya Mandir: This famous performing arts theatre stages various theatrical performances, plays and classical music concerts. If you plan ahead and get yourself a ticket, you can enjoy a cultural show on your visit here.
5. Sewri Fort: This 17th century watchtower was built by the British to keep an eye on the Bombay harbour. Since this heritage site is not manned, you can enter it at any time. From the upper parts of this fort, you can look at the mangroves in the vicinity.
6. Portuguese Church: One of the oldest churches in Mumbai, this house of worship is also called ‘The Church of Our Lady of Salvation’. If you are on a religious tour, you can include this stop on your itinerary.
Reference Links:-
Official website: - For detailed timings, daily schedule of the different types of aarti, and timetable for the special days, refer Link. For more details on darshan arrangements, visit Link.
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