Chintamani Temple, Theur, Theur, Maharashtra
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Chintamani Temple, Theur Timings

Chintamani Temple, Theur is open 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, daily.

Ganesha worshipped as Chintamani (remover of anxieties/worries), a self-manifested icon in the sanctum showing only the head, jewel-studded eyes and trunk (turned to the left) · Theur, Maharashtra

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In Theur, Maharashtra, Chintamani Temple, Theur is a shrine to Ganesha worshipped as Chintamani (remover of anxieties/worries), a self-manifested icon in the sanctum showing only the head, jewel-studded eyes and trunk (turned to the left). It is also known as Shree Chintamani Vinayaka Temple, Chintamani Ganpati Mandir.

Chintamani Ganpati at Theur is the 5th temple in the traditional Ashtavinayak pilgrimage sequence (after Morgaon, Siddhatek, Pali and Mahad, and before Lenyadri, Ozar and Ranjangaon). According to legend, Ganesha recovered a wish-granting gem (Chintamani) for the sage Kapila from a greedy king, then chose to remain at Theur as Chintamani Vinayaka, the remover of worries. Though believed to be an ancient site, there is no firm record of when the temple was first built.

Maharashtra carries a distinct temple identity of its own: From Mumbai's beloved Siddhivinayak and Shirdi's Sai Baba to five of the twelve Jyotirlingas and the Varkari heart of Pandharpur, Maharashtra weaves together Shaiva, Vaishnava and Shakta devotion.

Darshan hours and daily worship

SessionTiming (as published)
Morning6:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Evening2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

One travel source (trawell.in) reports a midday closure between 1 PM and 2 PM daily, while another aggregator source describes a continuous 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM window. Given this conflict, confirm current hours locally before visiting.

Festivals and special-day timings

Regular darshan hours are usually extended, or set aside entirely, on these dates.

FestivalPeriodWhat happens
Ganesha Prakatostav (Ganesh Chaturthi)Bhadrapada month, days 1-7 (August/September)Major annual festival marking Ganesha's manifestation.
Maghotsav (Ganesh Jayanti)Magha month, days 1-8 (January/February)Annual festival celebrating Ganesha's birth.
Rama-Madhav PunyotsavKartik month, 8th dayCommemorates Peshwa Madhavrao I and his wife Ramabai, who are closely associated with the temple's history.

History and architecture

Built or establishedOrigins uncertain; the current structure is traditionally linked to saint Morya Gosavi or his descendant Dharmadhar, with major renovation carried out under Peshwa Madhavrao I (reigned 1745-1772) in the 18th century

Architecture

The complex includes a wooden assembly hall (sabha-mandapa) built under Peshwa Madhavrao I, containing a black-stone water fountain. The garbhagriha holds the self-manifested Ganesha icon; subsidiary shrines within the complex are dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu-Lakshmi and Hanuman. The former Peshwa palace (Peshwa Wada) stands behind the temple. Chimaji Appa is said to have donated a large European bell, seized from the Portuguese at Vasai Fort, to the temple.

History

Though believed to be an ancient site, there is no firm record of when the temple was first built. The present structure is associated with the era of saint Morya Gosavi and his descendant Dharmadhar. The Peshwa rulers of the Maratha Empire, especially Madhavrao I, gave the temple substantial patronage and renovation in the 18th century, and it remains one of the larger and more prominent of the Ashtavinayak shrines.

Planning your visit

Entry feeGeneral darshan is free; a separate paid 'special darshan' (reported at around Rs 100 by trawell.in) is mentioned but not independently corroborated.
Dress codeModest attire recommended, as is customary at most Hindu temples (avoiding sleeveless tops, shorts, and short skirts); this is general pilgrimage guidance rather than a posted temple rule found in primary sources.
Best time to visitAugust to February is described as offering pleasant weather; summer months are best avoided due to heat. Ganesh Chaturthi draws the largest crowds.
NearbyPune city (about 25 km) offers onward connections to the rest of the Ashtavinayak circuit; the temple sits near the confluence of the Bhima and Mula-Mutha rivers.

How to reach

Nearest railway station: Pune Junction, roughly 22-25 km away. Nearest airport: Pune International Airport. By road, Theur is about 25 km from Pune city (about 176 km from Mumbai), reachable by state buses or hired cabs.

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Where this information comes from

Confidence: Medium. History, architecture and festivals are well corroborated by Wikipedia, but sources disagree on whether the temple has a midday closure, so the exact daily timing window is uncertain.

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Frequently asked questions about Chintamani Temple, Theur

What is the timing of Chintamani Temple, Theur?

Chintamani Temple, Theur is open 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, daily. One travel source (trawell.in) reports a midday closure between 1 PM and 2 PM daily, while another aggregator source describes a continuous 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM window. Given this conflict, confirm current hours locally before visiting.

What are the darshan (visiting) hours at Chintamani Temple, Theur?

As published, morning darshan runs 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM and evening darshan runs 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM. One travel source (trawell.in) reports a midday closure between 1 PM and 2 PM daily, while another aggregator source describes a continuous 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM window. Given this conflict, confirm current hours locally before visiting.

Is there an entry fee at Chintamani Temple, Theur?

General darshan is free; a separate paid 'special darshan' (reported at around Rs 100 by trawell.in) is mentioned but not independently corroborated.

What is the dress code at Chintamani Temple, Theur?

Modest attire recommended, as is customary at most Hindu temples (avoiding sleeveless tops, shorts, and short skirts); this is general pilgrimage guidance rather than a posted temple rule found in primary sources.

Which festivals are celebrated at Chintamani Temple, Theur?

The main ones documented for this temple are Ganesha Prakatostav (Ganesh Chaturthi), Maghotsav (Ganesh Jayanti), Rama-Madhav Punyotsav. See the festival table above for dates and what each involves.

What is the best time to visit Chintamani Temple, Theur?

August to February is described as offering pleasant weather; summer months are best avoided due to heat. Ganesh Chaturthi draws the largest crowds.

How do I reach Chintamani Temple, Theur?

Nearest railway station: Pune Junction, roughly 22-25 km away. Nearest airport: Pune International Airport. By road, Theur is about 25 km from Pune city (about 176 km from Mumbai), reachable by state buses or hired cabs.

Who is the presiding deity at Chintamani Temple, Theur?

Ganesha worshipped as Chintamani (remover of anxieties/worries), a self-manifested icon in the sanctum showing only the head, jewel-studded eyes and trunk (turned to the left)

What is the history of Chintamani Temple, Theur?

Though believed to be an ancient site, there is no firm record of when the temple was first built.

How reliable is the information on this Chintamani Temple, Theur page?

This listing's confidence is rated medium. History, architecture and festivals are well corroborated by Wikipedia, but sources disagree on whether the temple has a midday closure, so the exact daily timing window is uncertain.