Vishal Ganapati Mandir - विशाल गणपति मंदिर

The Vishal Ganapati Temple is located in Maliwada, Ahilyanagar/Ahmednagar, Maharashtra. This temple is dedicated to Bhagwan Ganesha. Bhagwan Ganapati is considered the village deity of this town. This highly sacred temple is built entirely of pure white marble, making it architecturally beautiful. The Vishal Ganpati Temple was built in the city of Jaipur, inspired by the famous Birla Temple.

History and Architecture of the Vishal Ganpati Temple
The huge Ganapati Temple is approximately 100 years old. The idol of Bhagwan Ganesha is extremely beautiful. Inside the temple is an 11-foot-tall idol of Bhagwan Ganesha, dressed in red robes. This idol faces east, with its trunk pointing to the right. The statue wears a turban reminiscent of the attire worn during the Peshwa dynasty. A hooded serpent is depicted around the statue's navel. This statue is a monolithic (carved from a single piece) temple. The temple's architecture is also impressive and features intricate traditional designs.

The story goes that several decades ago, a devotee suddenly saw Bhagwan Ganesha sweating. Seeing Bhagwan Ganesha drenched in sweat was no less than a miracle for the devotees and from that day onwards, Bhagwan Ganesha seated in this temple is considered the most special deity of the entire Ahmednagar city.

Visiting Hours at the Vishal Ganpati Temple
The Vishal Ganpati Temple is open throughout the week. The temple is open daily from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.

Major Festivals at the Vishal Ganpati Temple
Ganesh Chaturthi is the main festival here, celebrated with great pomp. Guru Purnima, Sawant Maharaj Jayanti, and Sankashti Chaturthi are also celebrated here.

How to Reach Vishal Ganpati Temple
The Vishal Ganpati Temple is located on Old Maliwada Road, Maliwada, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra. It is located near the Maliwada Bus Stand, directly opposite the Old Bus Stand area. Ahmednagar Railway Station is the nearest railway station to reach the huge Ganpati Temple.