Question 1

What is the significance of Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai?

Accepted Answer

Siddhivinayak Temple in Prabhadevi, Mumbai, Maharashtra, is one of the most famous and richest Ganesh temples in India. The temple enshrines Lord Ganesha as Siddhivinayak - "the one who fulfils wishes." Built in 1801, it draws lakhs of devotees every week including film stars, politicians, and business leaders. It is especially thronged on Tuesdays and during Ganesh Chaturthi, making it the most visited temple in Mumbai.

Question 2

What are the darshan timings of Siddhivinayak Temple, Prabhadevi, Mumbai?

Accepted Answer

Siddhivinayak Temple in Prabhadevi, Mumbai, is open for darshan daily from 5:30 AM to 9:50 PM. The main aarti timings are: Kakad Aarti at 5:30 AM, Madhyan Aarti at 12:00 PM, and Shej Aarti at 9:30 PM. On Tuesdays the temple opens at 3:00 AM due to massive crowds. Online darshan booking is available on the official website to avoid long queues.

Question 3

How to reach Siddhivinayak Temple in Prabhadevi, Mumbai?

Accepted Answer

Siddhivinayak Temple is located in Prabhadevi, Mumbai. The nearest railway station is Dadar (Central and Western lines), about 1.5 km away, easily reached by auto-rickshaw or on foot. Prabhadevi station on the Harbour Line is even closer (about 500 m). BEST bus routes and Mumbai Metro (Line 2A and 7) also serve the area. Private taxis and app-based cabs are readily available.

Question 4

Is there an online darshan booking for Siddhivinayak Temple Mumbai?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai offers online darshan booking through its official website (siddhivinayak.org) and through the government's online temple portal. Special VIP darshan passes can be purchased for a nominal fee to avoid long queues, especially on Tuesdays. The temple also offers live online darshan (webcast) for devotees who cannot visit in person.

Question 5

What is the best time to visit Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai?

Accepted Answer

The best time to visit Siddhivinayak Temple in Prabhadevi, Mumbai, is on weekday mornings (Monday, Wednesday–Friday) when crowds are relatively smaller. Avoid Tuesdays and public holidays if you wish for a quicker darshan as queues can extend for several hours. Ganesh Chaturthi (August–September) is the grandest festival here but draws enormous crowds. Winter months (November–February) offer comfortable weather for visiting.

Question 6

What prasad is offered at Siddhivinayak Temple, Mumbai?

Accepted Answer

Modak (steamed rice dumpling with coconut-jaggery filling) is the traditional prasad offered to Lord Ganesha at Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai. The temple trust distributes laddoos as prasad to devotees after darshan. Many shops outside the temple sell modak, besan laddoo, and coconut offerings. Devotees often bring fresh flowers, coconuts, and durva grass as traditional offerings to Siddhivinayak.

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