'Ganpati Bappa Morya' chants all around signal the welcome of Lord Ganesha. Yes, it’s that time of the year! After months of labor and fine skills thousands of artists, sculptors and decorators will finally be on display for the next 11 days. Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with dedication and great devotion all over India. All the modak lovers gear up as one of India’s most awaited and beloved festivals is finally here. Here is a list of things to tick off your bucket list this, Ganesh Chaturthi.
Pandal hopping
With larger-than-life idols and magnificent pandals lighting up your city, pandal hopping is something you don't want to miss out on especially if you're in Mumbai or across the state of Maharashtra where the festival is celebrated widely! On this auspicious day, the last thing you want to worry about is driving everywhere and having to find parking spots - Instead, book an Uber Rentals for several hours; it gives you the freedom of making multiple stops, just like your car, but without the hassle of driving.
Sweet treats
One of the signatures and widely consumed sweets associated with the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi is the modak. You can now send love to your friends and family from the comfort of your homes on this auspicious day with Uber Connect. Simply go on the Uber app to book ‘Package’ delivery through Uber Connect and send your loved ones their favorite ‘Modaks’/sweets anywhere in the city.
Capturing beautiful moments
Who would not want to capture the essence of Ganesh Chaturthi so that they can look back at the glorious, larger-than-life Ganesha idols? The Canon EOS R10 - Vlogging heartthrob, your ideal camera to capture the mesmerizing Ganesha idols across the city that looks surreal through these lenses!
Popular temples to visit
If you are in Mumbai or Pune, you don't want to miss out on the vibrant spirit of the cities during this time of the year! Don't forget to visit Lalbaugcha Raja which is undoubtedly the most popular Sarvajanik Ganapati idol in Mumbai and across the country and the Siddhivinayak temple. If you are in Pune you must visit the most famous temple - Dagdusheth. These are the two most popular destinations that you must have on your bucket list while pandal and temple hopping!
Make your own Ganesha
This Ganesh Chaturthi, revive the age-old tradition of using Ganesh idols made of natural clay. What is even better is that you can make them yourself. Go ahead and take the eco-friendly route by making your DIY Ganesha at home. You can watch videos online and learn everything you need to know about sculpting!
Guided tours to popularize Ganesh Chaturthi among tourists and non-Maharashtrians
In a bid to draw more tourists during the Ganesh festival and make it popular amongst non-Maharashtrians and foreigners, the Directorate of Tourism plans to conduct guided tours in Pune and Mumbai this year. Citizens who wish to participate in these tours can book online for the same. Additionally, the Directorate of Tourism plans to carry out separate tours for national-level tour operators, influencers and the media to familiarize them with the festival in both Pune and Mumbai. Only those from other states can participate in these tours.
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