Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi marks the birth of Lord Ganesha and is celebrated all over
the country. This is also symbolic of the advent of all festivals dedicated
to other Indian Gods.
The temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha is located in the fort of Ranthambhor,
about 12 kms from Sawai Madhopur and it is one of the most important Ganesha
temples in the State. There is always a lot of activity at the temple because
people believe that the first invitation to a marriage should be sent to Lord
Ganesha.
This temple is the site for Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations attracting devotees
from all over to join in the singing of devotional songs. The Orange color in
which the idol is painted as well is the holy colour for this festival. The
idol is lavishly decorated with golden ornaments and every day felicities with
huge garlands of marigold. There are markets around the temple attracting the
tourists and visitors.
It is preferable to approach Ranthambhor from Sawai Madhopur, which lies on
the main Delhi-Mumbai railway line and is also connected to Jaipur by rail.
A road link with Jaipur exists as well.
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