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Reviewed 21 October 2022 via mobile

A traditional south Indian lord Ganesha temple. Everyday huge people visit here. One of the famous tourist attraction in Puducherry. Due to crowded  we had to wait approximately 10 minutes in queue. The place is really divotional place. There are not any seperate parking area. You have keep it beside road. We purchased puja thali which was reasonable. A elephant standing outside of temple whose we had gaves banana to eat but elephant keeper told us don't give food to elephant. Actually he wants money only.

Date of experience: October 2022
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Reviewed 27 September 2022

A must visit temple in pondicherry. Believe me you need to feel the vibe to believe it. Can't explain just feel it.

Date of experience: September 2022
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Reviewed 22 September 2022 via mobile

Ganapati temple, loved the vibes. Located in white town and easily accessible. Has Laxmi the elephant outside the temple which was a pleasing sight as well

Date of experience: September 2022
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Reviewed 13 September 2022

The temple closes at 01:00 PM but fortunately it was open for a little late. We could manage to get the darshan. They have the shoe stand on chargeable basis and prasad distribution in the afternoon. Not much crowded and very neat. Must visit place in Pondy closer to Arvindo Ashram and beach road.

Date of experience: September 2022
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Reviewed 25 August 2022 via mobile

Beautiful, colorful temple. This temple is dedicated to Ganesha. Be prepared to take off your shoes and be in close proximity with others, as the temple does get crowded. No photos or cell phones are allowed inside, as it’s a place of worship. The downside is that since this is a popular tourist attraction, the entrance is crowded with people begging for money and selling trinkets. It was overwhelming trying to navigate through the crowd and the sea of beggars and street vendors simultaneously.

Date of experience: August 2022
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