Deity
Ganesha (Mahaganapati)
Main deity
श्री महागणपति गणेश
Mahaganapati Temple
Mahaganapati Temple at Ranjangaon in Pune district is an ancient Ganesha shrine revered in the Ashtavinayak pilgrimage tradition. Associated with Maratha-era patronage in the source record, it is known for darshan of Ganesha in the Mahaganapati form and long daily visiting hours.
Mahaganapati Temple
Mahaganapati Temple
Mahaganapati Temple
Mahaganapati Temple
Mahaganapati Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Ashtavinayak shrine
Sacred circuit
Architecture
Maratha style
Style
Location
Ranjangaon, Pune, Maharashtra
Region
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 1790 AD
- Founder
- Madhavrao II Peshwa
- Construction
- 1790
- Legend holds that Lord Shiva invoked Lord Ganesha at Ranjangaon before defeating the demon Tripurasura and destroying his triple cities. The current inner sanctum was constructed in 1790 AD by Madhavrao II Peshwa. The outer wooden structure was later added by Sardar Vinchurkar.
Significance
- Mahaganapati Ranjangaon is the eighth and concluding temple in the Ashtavinayak pilgrimage circuit. The deity Mahaganapati is traditionally described with ten trunks and twenty arms, representing Ganesha's most formidable form. The temple main entrance faces east and aligns precisely with equinox sunlight.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Use the long darshan window wisely
Timings are approximately 05:30–21:30; consider visiting in off-peak hours for a smoother queue experience.
Confirm special-day schedules
On festival days, entry flow and darshan timing can change; verify locally before planning your return travel.
Keep offerings simple
Carry minimal, easy-to-manage offerings to move comfortably through queues and temple corridors.
Stay hydrated and plan breaks
If you are doing multiple Ashtavinayak temples in a day, schedule rest and water breaks between drives and darshan.
Follow temple instructions
Observe signage and volunteer guidance for photography rules, queue discipline, and sanctum access.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
05:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Seasonal • Temple festival
Annual Brahmotsavam
A principal annual celebration with expanded ritual schedules.
Sep–Oct • Festival period
Navaratri Season
Many temples observe intensified devotional activities in this period.
Oct–Nov • Festival period
Kartik Deepa Season
Evening worship and deepa offerings shape pilgrim participation.
Temple Knowledge
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Mahaganapati Temple
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Temple Videos
Titles and links are sourced from temple JSON profile data.
Ranjangaon Mahaganapati Temple | Ashtavinayak Darshan & Information
Yatra Darshan• 11:36
Watch on YouTubeMahaganapati Ranjangaon | Maratha Temple Architecture | Travel Vlog
Heritage Walks• 16:02
Watch on YouTubeAshtavinayak Guide: Mahaganapati at Ranjangaon | Timings & Tips
Temple Compass• 9:18
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