Today early morning, meet your car and proceed for Ashtavinayak tour. Start your day by visiting Varad Vinayak Temple – Mahad. The idol of this temple is “Swyambhu” or self-originated. The idol is east-facing. There are four elephant sculptures in the four directions of the temple. There has been a “Nandadeep” or oil lamp burning since 1892 continuously.
Further proceed to Pali for Ballaleshwar Temple. This temple is situated between the famous fort Sarasgad and the river Amba. The original temple was wooden that was renovated in 1780, and a stone temple was built. It is East-facing, and every morning, sun rays fall on the Ganesha idol during the daily worship. There is a huge bell in the temple, gifted by Chimaji Appa, the brother of Bajirao I, after his victory over the Portuguese.
In the evening, proceed to visit Ranjangaon Mahaganpati Temple. This temple was built by Peshwas. It faces towards the East, and there is a big and beautiful entrance gate. The temple is designed in such a way that morning rays of the sun fall on the idol during the Dakshinayana. Overnight in Pune.

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After breakfast, proceed to visit Chintamani Temple at Theur. This temple is one of the largest and the most famous temples amongst the eight. The temple has been existing since ancient times. It is huge and made of stone. The idol is “Swayambhu,” which means self-generated. There are no distinct parts of the body except the head. There are diamonds studded in the eyes.
Proceed to Siddhivinayak Temple, Siddhatek. This temple is located in the Karjat Taluka of Ahmednagar. The temple stands on a small hill called Siddhatek. The main idol is around three feet tall, and it is the only idol amongst all eight with the trunk at the right side. It makes Siddhivinayaka special. It is known as Siddhivinayaka because Bhagwan Vishnu acquired Siddhi (special powers) here. It is also believed that since the god fulfills every wish of his devotees, he is called the Siddhivinayaka.
Further proceed to Moreshwar Temple at Morgaon. The temple has four entrance doors in four directions, but the main entrance is North-facing. There is also a huge sculpture of Nandi (Bull) facing Bhagwan Ganesha, which is an unusual thing. Normally, Nandi is present in Shiva temples.
Proceed to Jejuri to worship God Khandoba. Jejuri's Khandoba is a clan-deity of many herding (Dhangar) and farming families of the Maharashtra and Deccan region.
In evening, visit Prati Balaji Temple at Narayanpur. It is copy of the real Tirumala Venkateswara Temple.
Overnight in Pune.

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After breakfast, proceed to Prati Vaishnodevi Temple at Pimpri. It is copy of the real Vaishno Devi Temple, Jammu. Though not as big as the original temple, you’ll experience the same spirituality and tranquility. If you wish to attend the aarti, it happens at 6 am in the morning and between 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm every evening.
Proceed to Ozar for Vighneshwar Temple. The main idol is east facing. There are diamonds in the navel and forehead and ruby in the eyes of the idol.
Later proceed to Lenyadri for Girijatmaj Temple. It is located in the Ganesh Caves or “Ganesh Lene” in the Junnar taluka. The temple is located in the 7th Cave amongst the 30 caves. The caves are at the height of 100 feet from the plains. It is believed that the temple is around 1700 years old. Devotees need to climb 300 steps to get the glimpse or “darshan.” Overnight in Junnar.

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After breakfast drive back to Mumbai. Holiday Concludes. Let’s stay in touch on Facebookemail and meet again on another memorable Holiday. See you soon!
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