The Swayambhu Ganpati Temple is one of the most renowned and striking attractions of Ganapatipule. It has been dedicated to Lord Ganpati and the idol of the God inside the temple is built of pule, white sand, and it is also said that this idol has originated by itself and nobody has made it ever. Apart from this one, there is also another idol of the God placed in the Sanctum Sanctorum which is made up of copper. It portrays the Lord astride on a lion. The idol is placed so perfectly that at sunrise and sunset, the golden beam of the sun infiltrate and lights the idol.
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Shrine’s Map Location and How to Go There
By Road
The nearest Bus stop is Ratnagiri
By Rail
The nearest Railway Station is Adavali (ADVI), Ratnagiri (RN), Nivsar (NIV).
By Air
The nearest airport is Sambre Airport Belgaum, Karnataka Ratnagiri 170 km away.
Shrine Timings
5 AM to 9 PM
Events Celebrated at This Shrine
Ganesh Chaturthi
Extra Information About this Shrine
The temple is situated at a distance of 20 km from the main town of Ratnagiri. The ambiance of the holy place gets enchanted with the early morning nagara sound. On the other hand, in the evening when the clothes of the God are changes, the chaughadas rhythms make the environment very enchanting.
