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Things to do at Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple

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About Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple

Dagdusheth, a sweet-maker (halwai), and his wife Laxmibai founded this temple in the late 19th century after losing their son to plague. Its Ganesh idol stands about 2.2 m tall, and the temple is the focus of the city's Ganeshotsav celebrations.

Know before you go

  • Remove your shoes at the stands nearby
  • Queues are long during Ganeshotsav
  • Keep bags small; there are security checks