Ganesha
Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi marks the birth of Lord Ganesha and is celebrated
all over the country. This is also symbolic of the advent of all
festivals dedicated to other Indian Gods.
The temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha is located in the fort of
Ranthambhor, about 12 kms from Sawai Madhopur and it is one of the
most important Ganesha temples in the State. There is always a lot
of activity at the temple because people believe that the first
invitation to a marriage should be sent to Lord Ganesha.
This temple is the site for Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations attracting
devotees from all over to join in th singing of devotional songs.
The Orange color in which the idol is painted as well is the holy
colour for this festival. The idol is lavishly decorated with golden
ornaments and every day felicities with huge garlands of marigold.
There are markets around the temple attracting the tourists and
visitors.
It is preferable to approach Ranthambhor from Sawai Madhopur, which
lies on the main Delhi-Mumbai railway line and is also connected
to Jaipur by rail. A road link with Jaipur exists as well.
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