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Manakula Vinayagar Temple
Devotional & Spiritual

Manakula Vinayagar Temple

30 min typical visit Free entry 5:45 AM – 9:00 PM
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A Ganesha temple that predates the French, with 40 gold-covered panels inside and a resident temple elephant most days.

Don't miss
  • Gold-leaf mural panels
  • Temple elephant blessing
  • Golden chariot
  • Evening aarti
Time needed
30 min
Entry
Free
Best time
Evening
Photography
Restricted
Works well for
Family Couple Solo Seniors
Tips from our editors

In the middle of White Town, so easy to fold into a walk. Shoes off at the entrance.

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