5 Famous Temples of Lord Ganesha: Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion across India. Lord Ganesha is worshipped as the deity of wisdom, prosperity, and auspicious beginnings. While there are countless temples dedicated to Ganpati in India, did you know that there are also many famous temples and places of worship for Lord Ganesha in other parts of the world? With the spread of Indian culture and Hinduism, Lord Ganesha is worshipped in many countries across the globe. Let us learn about five such prominent temples of Lord Ganesha...

1. Sri Maha Ganapati Temple, USA
There are many Hindu temples in the USA where Lord Ganesha is worshipped. Among them, the Sri Maha Ganapati Temple in Florida is particularly renowned. Here, alongside the worship of Lord Ganesha, various Hindu festivals are celebrated with great reverence. Special prayers and religious events are organized during Ganesh Chaturthi.

2. Sri Ganesh Temple, London
Ganesha worship is very popular among the Indian community living in Britain. Special prayers and rituals dedicated to Ganpati are performed in many Hindu temples across London and its surrounding areas. On the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, devotees worship the idol of Lord Ganesha and offer special *prasad* (sacred food offerings).

3. Sri Ganesh Temple, Thailand
In Thailand, Lord Ganesha is also known as 'Phra Phikanet'. There are several famous statues and places of worship dedicated to Lord Ganesha in Bangkok. People there worship him as the deity of art, success, and the remover of obstacles. Massive statues of Ganesha here serve as a major attraction for tourists.

4. Ganesh Temple, Australia
In Australia, people from the Indian community as well as others offer prayers at Hindu temples. Cities like Sydney and Melbourne house temples and places of worship dedicated to Lord Ganesha. During Ganesh Chaturthi, the festival is celebrated there in accordance with Indian traditions.

5. Ganesh Temple, Mauritius
Mauritius has a large population of people of Indian origin; consequently, the deep influence of Hinduism and Indian traditions is evident there. Lord Ganesha is worshipped in many of the temples across the country. During Ganesh Chaturthi, devotees perform rituals and offer various delicacies, including modaks, to ‘Bappa’.

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