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Vigneshwara Temple, Vigneshwara Ashta Vinayaka, Shri Vighneshwar in Ozar, Temples of Ashtavinayak

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Ashtavinayak - Vighneshwar - Introduction

Introduction

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Introduction: 
   
Shri Vighneshwar, the sixth Vinayak of the Ashtavinayak, is situated in Ozar which is 8 km from Junnar in Pune district of Maharashtra.
    
This temple is known for its 2 stunning Deep-malas and the golden dome.
    
The form of Lord Vighneshwar is considered to be one that removes all the obstacles in the lives of his devotees. According to a shlok inscribed in the temple, he is the supreme God and also excels in art forms.
    
Ozar Devsthan Trust has made huge arrangements for the pilgrims to stay. Here 3000 visitors can stay at a time.
    
The Ganpati Devsthan Trust is also involved in social activities like community weddings for girls from lower economic background, establishment of schools and colleges etc.

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Mythological Beliefs

Mythological Beliefs: 
   
The ancient texts have referred to Shri Vighneshwar as Mokshroop Brahm who not only has immense knowledge of art but also eliminates the sorrows of his devotees.
    
  According to an ancient tale, in order to disturb the yagna of King Abhinandan of Hemvati Nagar, Lord Indra created a demon, Vighnasur, who started disrupting all other Vedic yagnas after destroying the king’s yagna.
      
Anguished at the harassment by Vighnasur; the Gods, and the sages worshipped Lord Gajanan installed in Parashar Ashram when he promised to relieve them of the sufferings inflicted by Vighnasur.
    
Lord Gajanan took birth as the son of Parshwa and Deepvatsala and annihilated Vighnasur and ordered him not to enter an area where Gajanan was being worshipped. At the same time he blessed the demon that his name would be added to the Lord’s name and it is since then that he came to be known as Vighneshwar.
    
According to religious sources, after this incident which took place on Bhadra Shukla Chaturthi in Ozar, the Gods installed Vighneshwar Vinayak over here.
 

Historical Facts

History: 
   
The worship of Vighneshwar was prevalent in the Gupt period. Noted astrologer, Varahmihir has referred to him as Vighnahari (reliever of obstacles).
    
The temple here was very ancient whose dome was covered with gold by Chimaji Appa, brother of Bajirao-I (1720-40) to celebrate the conquest over the Portuguese.
    
The present temple was built in 1785 A.D. and was renovated in 1833 A.D.
    
In 1967 A.D., the temple was renovated again by the staunch Ganesh devotee, Appa Shastri Joshi.
 

Main Places To See

Main Places To See: 
    
Shri Vighneshwar Temple:
 
This east-facing temple is surrounded by a thick stone wall and has 2 dwarpals (guards) at the entrance. The temple has 2 huge deep-malas (pillars for lamps) that are lit during festivals. There is also a mouse made of marble that looks real. Idols of Panchayatan surround the Garbhagriha. The idol of Vighneshwar faces the east and has brass idols of Riddhi and Siddhi on either side.
    
Kukadi River Valley:
 
The natural beauty is an attractive sight and looks even more scenic from heights. Vineyards of grapes, falls emerging from the hills, and greenery all around are something that catch the fancy of tourists.
    
Shivneri Fort:
 
This is 5 km from Junnar where Chhatrapati Shivaji was born in 1627 A.D. The view around all the sides of the fort is picturesque. This fort is considered as a symbol of Maratha pride.
 

Main Festivals

Main Festivals: 
   
Magh Chaturthi (January-February):
 
This is the biggest festival celebrated here and presents a beautiful integration of religion and local culture. On this occasion, non-stop singing of hymns for 7 days is organised besides Ganesh Puja.
   
Bhadra Chaturthi (August):
 
This Ganpati festival is also celebrated with great enthusiasm. On this occasion mahapuja and singing of hymns are organised.
 

Where To Stay

Where To Stay : 
   
Dharamshalas
 
 Bhakt Niwas  Ozar, Tel: 02132 - 288 330
   
Hotels:
 
 Category
 General
 Name
 Silver Inn Hotel
 Address
 973, Near Cantonment Bazaar, Gaffar Baig Street, Pune
 Telephone
 +91 - 20 - 2634 0040
 Fax
 +91 - 20 - 2633 4458
   
 
 Category
 General
 Name
 Varsha Hotel
 Address
 Near Ladkat Petrol Pump, Mangalwar Peth, Pune
 Telephone
 +91 - 20 - 2612 7450
   
 
 Category
 General
 Name
 Bhakt Niwas
 Address
 Mahad
 Telephone
 +91 - 2132 - 288 330
   
 
 Category
 General
 Name
 Ashoka Hotel
 Address
 Peshwe Park, Nilayam Cinema, Pune
 Telephone
 +91 - 20 - 2433 3222
 Fax
 +91 - 20 - 2433 8111
 E-mail
 Website
 www.hotelashoka.com
   
 
 Category
 Medium
 Name
 Beverly Hill
 Address
 Plot No. 178, 179, 180, Lalla Nagar, Mount Carmel School, Pune
 Telephone
 +91 - 20 - 2683 7000
 Fax
 +91 - 20 - 2683330
 E-mail
 Website
   
 
 Category
 Medium
 Name
 Ashirwad Hotel
 Address
 16, Sadhu Vaswani Road, Police Station Road, Pune
 Telephone
 +91 - 20 - 2612 8585
 Fax
 +91 - 20 - 2612 6121
 E-mail
 Website
   
 
 Category
 Medium
 Name
 Parichay Hotel
 Address
 1199/1-A, F. C. Road, Pune
 Telephone
 +91 - 20 - 2553 1511
 Website
   
 
 Category
 High
 Name
 Park Ornate Hotel
 Address
 TCS and Siddharth Complex, Nagar Road, Pune
 Telephone
 +91 - 20 - 4100 2200
 Fax
 +91 - 20 - 4100 2222
 E-mail
 Website
   
 
 Category
 High
 Name
 Central Park Hotel
 Address
 Bund Garden Road, Amar-Avinash Corporate City,
 Council Hall & Annexe, Pune
 Telephone
 +91 - 20 - 4010 4000
 Fax
 +91 - 20 - 2605 0211
 E-mail
 Website
   
 
 Category
 High
 Name
 Gordon House
 Address
 132/2 A, University Road, Ganeshkhind, Pune
 Telephone
 +91 - 20 - 6604 4100
 Fax
 +91 - 20 - 6604 4244
 E-mail
 Website
 

Location/Climate

Location/Climate: 
 
Location
 
 Geographical  Location  Height  Above  Sea Level  Average Annual Rainfall
 Latitude  Longitude  574 feet  650 mm
 19.1˚ N  73.5˚ E
   
 
Temperature

Temperature is given in degrees Celsius.
 
 Month  Jan   Feb   Mar   Apr  May  Jun  Jul  Aug  Sep  Oct   Nov    Dec
 Maximum 
30
33
35
38
37
32
33
33
34
31
30
29
 Minimum
11
12
16
20
22
23
22
22
21
19
14
12
   
 
Important Information
Ozar Ganpati is situated right on the banks of the Kukadi, a monsoon river which originates from a place called Kokadeshwar, 15 km from here.
The ideal time to visit Ozar is between August and March.
 

General Information

General Information: 
 
 STD Code
 02132
 Puja Timings  5.00 a.m.-10.30 p.m.
 Police Assistance
  100/26126296/26121685
 Ambulance/Hospital
 Sai Ambulance,
 Near S. T. Depot, Opp. Corporation School, Katraj,  Pune - 411 046
 Tel: +91 - 20 - 2695 9420, 2695 9308
 Currency  Exchange
 Bank of Maharashtra Branch
 Sudharani Complex, Kalyan Nagar, Highway, Junnar,
 Dist. - Pune, Maharashtra - 412 411
 ATM Centre  Bank of Maharashtra Branch
 Sudharani Complex, Kalyan Nagar, Highway, Junnar,
 Dist. - Pune, Maharashtra - 412 411
 Post Office
 Ozar
 Tourist Office
  Block Central Building,
 Pune - 411 001, Tel: +91 - 020 - 2612 6867
   
 
Food
There are a number of dhabas in between the temple and the newly constructed Bhakt Niwas. Afternoon meals can also be bought from the temple. Those fond of fruits, can buy fresh figs from here.
 

Travel Planner

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Airports in the vicinity: 
Mumbai
Pune
Railway: 
 Main Railway Stations  Station Code
 Mumbai CST  CSTM
 Lokmanya Tilak(T)  LTT
 Ahmednagar  ANG
 Pune  Pune
Road Distance from Destinations: 
 Mahad  Mumbai  193 km
 Pune  74 km
 Pali

 

  Mumbai  335 km
 Pune  115 km
 Ozar  Mumbai  171 km
 Pune  82 km
 Lenyadri  Mumbai  148 km
 Pune  102 km
 Theur  Mumbai  201 km
 Pune  25 km
 Siddhtek  Mumbai  275 km
 Pune  100 km
 Morgaon  Mumbai  250 km
 Pune  71 km
 Ranjangaon  Mumbai  225 km
 Pune  50 km

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