Ashtavinayak refers to the eight temples of Lord Ganesha in the Indian state of Maharashtra, which are considered to be particularly sacred by devotees of Ganesha. The temples are located in the towns of Morgaon, Theur, Lenyadri, Ozar, Siddhatek, Pali, Mahad and Ranjangaon. Each temple has its own unique legend and history, and is visited by thousands of devotees every year. It is believe visiting all these 8 temples is believed to be completer their spiritual journey and to receive blessings from Ganesha.
Pune to Ashtavinayak is a popular route and there are many car rental options available for this journey. One of the most popular car rental companies that operate on this route is “Pihu cabs”.
Pihu Cabs offer a variety of car options such as hatchbacks, sedans, SUVs, etc. and also have different rental packages to suit your budget and requirements. It is advisable to book in advance to ensure availability and to get the best rates.
The Ashtavinayak temples are eight Hindu temples in Maharashtra, India that are dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of wisdom and good fortune. Each temple has its own unique history and legend, and all of them are considered to be equally important by devotees of Ganesha. The temples are located in the towns of Morgaon, Theur, Lenyadri, Ozar, Siddhatek, Pali, Mahad and Ranjangaon.
Moregaon: The first temple on the Ashtavinayak circuit is the Moregaon temple. It is located in the town of Morgaon in the Pune district. This temple is considered to be the "Grama Devata" or "Village deity" of the region and it is said that Lord Ganesha himself resides in this temple.
Siddhatek: Siddhatek temple is located in the Ahmednagar district. The temple is considered to be the place where Lord Ganesha obtained Siddhi (spiritual power).
Pali: The Pali temple is located in the Raigad district, and is believed to be the place where Lord Ganesha killed the demon Sindhu.
Mahad: The Mahad temple is located in the Raigad district and is believed to be the place where Lord Ganesha wrote the Mahabharata epic with his own hand.
Theur: The Theur temple is located in the Pune district and is believed to be the place where Lord Ganesha gave the knowledge of the "Ganapati Atharvashirsha" to his father, Lord Shiva.
Lenyadri: Lenyadri temple is located in the Pune district and is believed to be the place where Lord Ganesha was born.
Ozar: The Ozar temple is located in the Pune district and is believed to be the place where Lord Ganesha blessed his devotee Vighnaraja with the power to defeat all obstacles.
Ranjangaon: The last temple on the Ashtavinayak circuit is the Ranjangaon temple, which is located in the Pune district. This temple is considered to be the "Swayambhu" or "self-originated" form of Lord Ganesha.
All the temple generally have the statues of Lord Ganesha in the form of 'Swayambhu' (self-originated) or 'Gramadevata' (village deity) along with unique features and stories, which are considered to be of great importance to the devotees of Lord Ganesha. Many devotees visit these temples on a pilgrimage, which is called the 'Ashtavinayak Yatra'.
Ashtavinayak Yatra is a pilgrimage to the eight temples of Lord Ganesha in the Indian state of Maharashtra, which are considered to be particularly sacred by devotees of Ganesha. Many people choose to visit these temples by car or cab, as it allows them to have a comfortable and convenient journey.
There are several tour operators that provide cab services for Ashtavinayak Yatra, which include pick-up and drop-off from major cities in Maharashtra, such as Mumbai and Pune. Some cabs are also provide with English speaking guide, which will be very helpful for the visitors. Many of the tour operators also offer customized itineraries to suit the specific needs and preferences of the travelers.
A typical itinerary for the Ashtavinayak Yatra by Pihu cab would include visiting the eight temples in the following order:
• Moregaon
• Siddhatek
• Pali
• Mahad
• Theur
• Lenyadri
• Ozar
• Ranjangaon
The duration of the yatra may vary depending on your travel pace and how long you spend at each temple. It can be completed within one to two days, but it can also be stretched over a longer period of time. it is generally a one-night-two-day trip by Pihu cabs .