Jai Vinayak Temple - History, Timings & Entry Fee

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Distance (From Ganpatipule Bus Stand): 13 Kms

Trip Duration (Including Travel): 30 Mins - 1 Hr

Place Location: Near Kachare Village

Transportation Options: Bus / Cab

Travel Tips: None

At a distance of 6 km from Jaigad Fort and 13 km from Ganpatipule, Jai Vinayak Temple is a newly built temple situated near Kachare village in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra.

The temple is dedicated to Lord Vinayak, another name of Lord Ganesh. This temple is built by JSW Energy Ltd in 2003 thus it is also known as the Jindal Ganpati among the locales. The temple is surrounded with the clean and beautifully maintained Garden. The fresh air and cool environment is like a relaxing therapy for all the tourists who visit this temple.

The temple was built in Pagoda style of architecture having three layers of roof. The main Ganesh idol is made of brass and holds a very peaceful expression. A bronze coated, 6 feet tall Lord Hanuman statue and Mushik, Lord Ganesha's vehicle in the temple premises. Also it has a pond consists of various fishes. Religious duties are performed by a local priest appointed on full-time basis. At night, lighting of this temple gives everyone an awesome and heavenly experience.