ganesh utsav celebration
At present, Ganesh Utsav is being celebrated with great pomp across the country. On this occasion, devotees install idols of Lord Ganesha in their homes and worship him, and also offer him favorite food.
Global expansion of worship of Lord Ganesha
Do you know that the worship of Lord Ganesha is not limited to India only? Idols and temples of Lord Ganesha are found in many countries of the world. Interestingly, at some places the worship of Lord Ganesha has taken a unique form by merging with the local culture and religious traditions.
Places of worship of Lord Ganesha
Indian religion and culture have a deep influence in many areas of South and South-East Asia. Religious and cultural sites related to Ganesha exist in countries such as Nepal, Thailand, Indonesia, Japan and Sri Lanka. Let us know about the temples of Lord Ganesha in these countries.
Ganesh ji temple in Nepal
Nepal, which is India's nearest neighbor, is famous for the worship and temples of Lord Ganesha. The Kathmandu Valley has many ancient temples and religious sites dedicated to Ganesha. Here Lord Ganesha is worshiped as the god of initiation and remover of obstacles. During your Kathmandu trip you can also visit local Ganesh temples along with Pashupatinath and other major religious sites.
Worship of Lord Ganesha in Thailand
If you travel to Thailand, you will find a huge statue of Ganesha in Bangkok. In Thailand, Lord Ganesha is known as 'Phra Phikanet'. Ganesha statues are particularly popular here because of the belief related to art, creativity and success. The statues and shrines of Lord Ganesha can be seen in Bangkok, which present a unique combination of Thai culture and Hindu religious influence.
Presence of Lord Ganesha in Indonesia
Bali, which is famous for its Hindu culture, temples and unique architectural style, is home to statues of Lord Ganesha. The image of Ganesha has a special place in Balinese art, and in many temples, statues of Ganesha appear at the entrance or in the premises. Here temples, nature, local art and Hindu traditions come together.
form of ganesh ji in japan
In Japan, Lord Ganesha is known as Kangiten. Here historical mention of the form related to Ganesha is found in Buddhist traditions. The image of Ganesha in Japan is presented somewhat differently from the traditional Indian form, making it a special attraction for tourists interested in history and culture.
Lord Ganesha Temple in Sri Lanka
Hindu religious tradition can also be seen in Sri Lanka, where there are many temples of Lord Ganesha. Ganesha worship is given special importance in the religious traditions of the Tamil Hindu community. Tourists definitely visit these religious places during their trip to Sri Lanka.