Ganpatipule

Festive Celebrations

Obviously, the most prominent festival is Ganesh Chaturthi celebrated in August or September. During this, unbelievably large crowds of devotees gather at the Swayambhu Temple and Ganpatipule beach and this is something to be seen! This festival is marked by vibrant celebrations, prayers and feasting. An idol of Ganesha is carried out in a palanquin through the town, accompanied by a priest and drummers. Held at the same is Gauri Ganpati Festival, when Ganesha's mother Gauri is prayed to for three days and later immersed in the water.