In photos: Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations in Maharashtra

Ganesha Chaturthi is one of the most significant and widely celebrated festivals in Maharashtra. The extravagant and elaborate celebrations during Ganesha Chaturthi is something that will leave you speechless. There are several places in Maharashtra that draw huge crowds of devotees and tourists.

Take a quick look at how the state celebrates this special festival.

The Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai is the most iconic Ganesha idol in the city. The idol alone attracts millions of devotees from all over the country. The idol is located in Putlabai Chawl.

Girgaum Chowpatty is a popular beach where many idols are immersed during Ganesha Visarjan.

When it comes to pandals, the ones in Ganesh Galli are class apart. This locality in Mumbai is famous for its creative pandals. Here you will find idols featuring unique themes and designs.

This Ganesha idol in Pune is the most popular one in the city. It attracts a massive number of devotees during Ganesha Chaturthi.

Tulshibaug’s 14-feet idol of Ganesha is a major attraction during Ganesha Chaturthi. The bustling market area in Pune comes to life with vibrant pandals.

The Panchavati area in Nashik has several ancient Ganesha temples that draw huge numbers of devotees during the festival.

Siddhatek Ganpati temple is one of the Ashtavinayak temples dedicated to Ganesha. It is an important pilgrimage site for the followers of Ganesha.

Also known as Tekdicha Ganpati, it is believed that the shrine in this Ganesha temple originated on its own. It is also believed that the shrine gradually grew in size too.