Morya Gosavi Mandir Morgaon, Timings, History, Travel Guide, and How to read

Morya Gosavi Mandir Morgaon – Guide

Shri Mayureshwar Temple or Morgaon Ganapati Temple is located in Morgaon near Pune in the state of Maharashtra. Morgaon Morya Gosavi Mandir is a famous pilgrimage centre and is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. This temple is also known as Morya Gosavi Mandir. This temple is the starting and ending point of the pilgrimage to the eight revered Ganesha temples called Ashtavinayak. It operates under the administration of the Chinchwad Devasthan Trust.

History of this Temple

History states that there was a famous Ganapati saint named Morya Gosavi. Before going to Chinchwad, he worshiped at Morgaon Ganesh temple. There he built a new temple. Morgaon Morya Gosavi Mandir as well as other temples near Pune received royal patronage from the Brahmin Peshwa rulers.

According to the Ganesha Purana, Lord Ganesha incarnated as Mayureshwar, who had 6 arms and a white complexion. He was born in Treta Yuga due to the destruction of a demon named Sindhu. The Lord descended on a peacock mountain and fought against Sindhu and later defeated her.

Morgaon Morya Gosavi Mandir Timings

Morgaon Morya Gosavi Mandir opens at 05:00 am to 12:00 noon in the morning and from 03:00 PM to 10:00 PM in the evening.

Prashal Puja from 05:00 am to 10:00 pm Shodashopachara Puja at 07:00 AM Shodashopchar Puja at 12 noon Panchopchar Puja 08:00 PM

Evening Aarti 07:30 PM

Shej Aarti at 10:00 PM.

Places to visit near this Temple

Western Ghats

The Western Ghats near Pune is a pleasant and special place for nature lovers, which has got the status of ‘UNESCO World Heritage Site’. There are mountains, dense forests, breathtaking valleys, a wide range of flowers to see in the Western Ghats.

Shivneri Fort

Shivneri Fort is one of the most special places to see in Pune. The fort was the birthplace of the great Maratha emperor Shivaji and it was here that he received his early training for his future role as the undisputed king of the Maratha dynasty. Shivneri Fort is situated on a hill 300 meters high.

Aga Khan Palace

The Aga Khan Palace lives up to its name. Mahatma Gandhi, Kasturba Gandhi and Mahadev Bhai Desai were imprisoned between August 1942 and May 1944 in the Aga Khan Palace.

Parvati Hill

Parvati Hill is a very famous hill station in the city of Pune which is home to ancient temples. The four temples here dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, Ganesha and Kartikeya date back to the 17^th century. Parvati Hill peak, situated at an altitude of 2100 feet above sea level, offers many spectacular views.

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How to reach Morgaon Morya Gosavi Mandir

By Air- The nearest airport from Morgaon Morya Gosavi Mandir is Pune airport which is at a distance of 70 km from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Train- The nearest railway station from Morgaon Morya Gosavi Mandir is Jejuri railway station which is at a distance of about 17 km from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.

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