Ganesha, affectionately called Ganapati is perhaps the most endearing of all the Hindu Gods-- chubby, smiling and a bit mischievous! Ganesha is considered to be the most auspicious God of new beginnings, one who averts ill omens and impediments when you embark on a journey or a new venture. So one would find Ganesha guarding the entrance to temples and homes, peeping out of calendars and happily gracing marriages and other such occasions.

Every year the month of August/ September witnesses a huge celebration called Ganesh Chaturthi to honor Ganesha, the God of wisdom and prosperity. It was on the auspicious day of Ganesh Chaturthi that the elephant headed God, son of Lord Siva and Parvati was born. Ganesh Festival, a ten day long festival is organized all over India to repay Ganesha’s abundant blessings.

The history of Ganesh festival is an interesting one, intertwined with the legends and myths of the Hindu tradition. If you wish to travel to any place in India to enjoy the fun and frolic of an Indian festival, then the best option would be the time of Ganesh Festival. The interesting rituals associated with the festival contribute to making the celebrations of Ganesh Festival a fascinating one.



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