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Discover the famous Idagunji Maha Ganapathi Temple in Honnavara, Karnataka, attracting over 1 million devotees annually. Explore the rich history, unique Ganesha idol, and spiritual ambiance of this ancient temple.
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IDAGUNJI MAHA GANAPATHI TEMPLE HONNAVARA (North KANARA)KARNATAKA, INDIAPIN CODE : 581 423 Office - (08387) 247227Guest House/ Mangala Karyalaya - (08387)296827 Email: info@idagunji.org North Kanara Tourism http://www.idagunji.org
Idagunji is a small place in Honnavara taluk, Uttar Kannada district, which has the famous Vinayaka temple. The temple is the main attraction at Idagunji, receiving more than 1 million devotees per year. The temple is quite big. The Ganesha idol is in a standing posture, with extremely short legs, and a depression on the head. The “Dwibhuja Ganapathy” or two handed Ganesha is holding Modaka and Padma (Lotus) in his hands. The idol is of black stone. Idagunji is located about 14 kms south east of Honnavar taluk of North Canara District of Karnataka State India. Be it a small child, or an old man, Lord Ganesh here is very beloved with a sweet spiritual smile in his eyes. Idagunji has also got a hall which facilitates religious ceremonies and marriages in this holy shelter. Idagunji has also taken up meal facilities. http://www.idagunji.org
Famous Ganesha temple in India Idagunji, Ganapathi temple is an ancient temple with a history of more than 1500 years, it is a major tourist attraction in the Karavali coast of Karnataka, India. This place has got its own name for its beautiful idol of Lord Ganapathi. The importance of Edakunj kshetra has been mentioned in the Sahyadri khand of the Skandapuran. ‘Eda’ (Wamnadi) means ‘to the left’ and ‘kunj’ means garden. The place thus got its name, as it is located on the left banks of the river Sharawati. This temple is a major piligrim spot which attracts more than 1 million devotees per year. The temple is midway between Gunavanteshwar and Murudeshwar and is 1/2 hr drive from either temple. http://idagunji.org/famous_ganesha_temple_in_india.html
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