🛕 Shri Ballaleshwar Ashtavinayak Temple

श्री बल्लाळेश्वर अष्टविनायक मंदिर
Shri Ballaleshwar Ashtavinayak Temple

📜 About this temple

Ballaleshwar Pali is one of the eight temples of the Hindu God Ganesha. Among Ganesha temples, Ballaleshwar is the only one dedicated to Ganesha that is known by his devotee's name. It is located in the village of Pali which is 28 km from Roha in the Raigad district of Maharashtra, India. It is situated between fort Sarasgad and the river Amba.

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📝 Visitor Tips

  • Dress modestly (cover shoulders and knees).
  • Footwear must be removed outside the main complex.
  • Best time to visit: early morning or evening to avoid the day-time heat.
  • Photography is usually allowed in outer premises; ask before photographing the sanctum.
  • Carry water and modest cash for prasadam, donations, or local transport.

📚 Sources

Composited from OpenStreetMap (ODbL), Wikidata Q13119166 (CC0), Wikipedia (CC-BY-SA 4.0), Image from Wikimedia Commons.