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Shree Girijatmaj, Lenyadri
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About the Destination: Sri Girijatmaj is the fifth Ganesha in Ashtavinayaka. Lenyadri is famous for Girijatmj Lenyadri Ganapati, the eighth cave out of 28 caves has an idol of Ganesha. This cave is also known as Ganesh Guha. 307 steps have to be climbed to reach the temple. The special feature of this temple is that the entire temple is made of one solid stone. This place is created by excavating the hill. |
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State |
Maharashtra |
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District |
Pune |
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Tehsil |
Junnar |
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Location/address |
At Post Golegaon, Taluka Junnar, District Pune, Maharashtra, 410502 |
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History |
A Ganesha devotee carved this idol of Lord Ganesha where Parvati is believed to have done penance. As this temple is located in the caves, it got the name Lenyadri |
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Features |
Unique location in a series of caves atop a hill, the temple offers a blend of natural beauty and spiritual ambiance. best for weekend trip or one-day trip |
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Weather |
moderate temperatures |
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best time to visit |
October to February, avoiding the monsoon season and extreme heat |
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Getting around /local transportation facilities |
taxis or private vehicles can be used to reach the foothills but have to access the temple by climbing 307steps from the base of the hill |
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Attractions |
the caves of Lenyadri, beautiful views of the surrounding landscape |
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Things to see |
the caves of Lenyadri, Some Inscription and beautiful views |
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Opening time |
07:00 AM to 08:00 PM |
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Tickets Y/N |
No |
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Child-friendly Y/N |
Yes, under parents’ observation |
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Special person-friendly Y/N |
Maybe for some person. wheelchair not accessible but Palakhis may be available. |
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Things to do |
Offering prayers and participating in rituals. Photography |
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The thing to not do |
Avoid causing disturbances, and respect the religious sentiments of others. |
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Excursions (nearby attractions) |
Shivneri Fort ( 8 Km),Ozar Ganesha Temple (15 Km), Malshej Ghat ( 30 Km) Bhimashankar (80 Km ) |
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Shopping |
Specially for religious items and traditional Maharashtrian handicrafts and Fruits |
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Key areas |
The temple caves and the hilltop and small waterfalls |
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Hotel and restaurant and bar |
Yes, various Hotel and restaurant options available. (Mainly Veg) |
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Nightlife |
No |
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Events |
Spiritual events (if any scheduled) |
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Plan to visit / How to reach? |
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By Air |
Pune is the nearest Airport (105 Km) |
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Travel by road |
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Intermediate cities from Pune |
Pune – Chakan – Narayangaon – Junnar – Golegaon (103 Km ) |
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Intermediate cities from Mumbai |
Mumbai – Thane – Kalyan – moroshi – Pimpalgaon sidhhanath – Golegaon (155 Km) |
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Intermediate cities from Nagpur |
Nagpur – Vardha – Jalana – Ch. Sambhaji Nagar – Hivargaon – Alephata – Golegaon (700 Km) |
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Intermediate cities from Nashik |
Nashik – Sinnar – Nandur Shingote – Hivargaon – Alephata – Golegaon (152 Km) |
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Intermediate cities from Ahemdabad |
Ahemdabad – Vadodara – Bharuch – Vapi – Charoti – Shahapur -Saralgaon – Golegaon (605 Km ) |
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Intermediate cities from Kolhapur |
Kolhapur – Karad – Satara – Pune – Chakan – Narayangaon – Junnar – Golegaon (335 Km ) |
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Intermediate cities from Ratnagiri |
Ratnagiri -Shahuwadi – Islampur – Karad- Satara – Pune – Chakan – Narayangaon – Junnar – Golegaon (418 Km ) |
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Intermediate cities from Solapur |
Solapur – Kurduwadi – Bhalavani – Otur – Golegaon (338 Km) |
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Intermediate cities from Hyderabad |
Hyderabad – zxaheerabad – Usmanabad- Ahemadnagar – Takali – Alephata – Golegaon (642 Km) |
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Intermediate cities from Goa |
Goa – Kharepatan – Shahuwadi – Karad – Satara – pimpari chinchwad – Junnar – Golegaon (600 Km) |
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By train |
Talegaon is the nearest Railway station (145Km ) |
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By water |
Not Applicable |
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Availability of Taxi bus private cars and trousers |
Yes, Taxis, buses, private cars, and auto-rickshaws are available for local transportation |
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Nearby Hotels with names |
Mainly Girijatmaj Ganpati Bhakta Niwas provided accommodation facility |
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Traditional recipes |
Traditional Maharashtrian recipes |
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Website |
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Contact |
919881058665 Girijatmaj Ganpati Bhakta Niwas |
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Travel tips |
1) Wear comfortable footwear for climbing the steps to the temple caves 2)Carry sufficient water and snacks during the trip 3) Respect the natural and religious sanctity of the site |
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