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Top 10 Indian Cities to Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi

Mumbai, Maharashtra

The financial capital of the country sees the grandest celebration. Siddhivinayak Temple, Lalbaughcha Raja, Mumbaicha Raja and Khetwadi Ganraj pandals shouldn't be missed.

Pune, Maharashtra

The must-visit pandals include Dagduseth Halwai Ganpati, Kasba Ganpati, Tulsi Baug Ganpati, Tambdi Jogeshwari and Kesariwada.

Ganapatipule, Maharashtra

This small town is considered a pilgrim spot for Lord Ganesha followers. Devotees come to catch a glimpse of the deity at the Swayambu Ganpati Temple.

Goa

Ganpati is one of the biggest festivals for the Goan Hindus and those of Konkani heritage. The temples at Ganeshpuri and Khandola attract throngs of crowds.

Kanipakam, Andhra Pradesh

Ganesh Chaturthi celebration is a 21-day affair here, which is home to the famous Varasiddhi Vinayaka Temple.

Bengaluru, Karnataka

One of the biggest Ganpati celebrations in south India, Bengaluru is known for Panchamukha Heramba Ganpati Temple, the Ananthanagar Ganpati Temple and the Shri Jambu Ganpati Temple.

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Home to Pazhavangadi Maha Ganapathy Temple, Ganesh Chaturthi celebration here is referred to as Vinayak Chaturthi.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Ganesh Chaturhi is one of the biggest festivals of the state, with people celebrating at homes and community pandals both.

Mysore, Karnataka

One of the most regal Ganpati celebrations in the country, the grandest festivities take place at the Mysore Palace.

Hyderabad, Telangana

The city sees close to 70,000 pandals. The celebration here is known as Ganapathi Navratri Utsavam.