Chintaman Ganesh Temple Ujjain

Of the large number of temples you can find in Ujjain, Chintaman Ganesh Temple holds exceptional reverence. The temple was built sometime around the 11th and 12th centuries, so, holds a historical significance as well. Chintaman Ganesh Temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesh – the Lord of Beginnings. The temple is thronged by crowds of people who come to do away with all their worries at the shrine of the Lord.

The term Chintamani is another name used for Lord Vishnu, who is considered the preserver of the Universe as per Hindu Mythology. Also called Vighneshwara, the moderator of grief, Ganesha is always the first to be worshipped in the Hindu pantheon, lest he decide to sow obstacles in the devotees’ path.

The temple deity Lord Ganesha is regarded as the Lord of Beginnings as per Hindu beliefs. In the traditional times, the Lord is known as Chintaharan which literally means remover of all worries and tensions.