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Ganesh Chaturthi 2023: Shri Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai is one of the most famous temples of Lord Ganesha. The magnificent temple was constructed in 1801 and is home to thousands of devotees of Lord Ganesha from around the world. The Siddhi Vinayak (also known as "Lord Ganpati who grants all the sincere wishes") shrine is located in a small mandap of the temple. The Ashtavinayak, or the eight aspects of Ganesha in Maharashtra, are carved upon the wooden doors leading into the sanctum. The central Ganesha idol and the inner dome of the sanctum are covered with gold plating. The devotees come with a staunch belief that Shri Siddhi Vinayak will remove all of their sufferings and grant all of their desired wishes. Let us know the top 5 unknown facts about this majestic temple further. 

Ganesh Chaturthi 2023: 5 Unknown Facts About Siddhivinayak Temple 

1. One Of The Richest Temples - One of the wealthiest temples in the nation, Shree Siddhivinayak Temple receives between Rs 100 million and Rs 150 million in donations annually from all around the world.

2. History Of Hanuman Temple - The complex's Hanuman temple was constructed in 1952 after the then-head priest of the Siddhivinayak complex delivered a Hanuman statue that had been discovered and abandoned during adjacent road construction.

Siddhivinayak simply translates to "the one who grants all wishes". (Image Source: Siddhivinayak.org)

3. Right-Side Trunk Of Lord Ganesha - In addition to being carved from a single black stone and having Ganesha's trunk facing right rather than left, the Siddhivinayak Ganesha idol is highly distinctive and one-of-a-kind.

4. History Of The Temple - The small 3.6 sq.m. brick structure that served as the original temple was later transformed into a building because of the kind donation of a wealthy Agri woman by the name of Deubai Patil. A lake that faced the eastern and southern sides of the temple in the 19th century was filled in to create the playground close to the Siddhivinayak complex. In the past, the structure also had a living colony for its guardians.

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5. Grants All Desired Wishes - Laxman Vithu and Deubai Patel constructed the shrine in order to bestow blessings on all expectant mothers. It is stated that if you whisper your desire into the temple's mushak's (mouse) ear, it is likely to come true. 


(Disclaimer: This is based on general public information. Jagran English does not confirm its veracity. Before adopting any measures, consult an expert from the relevant field.)