The short answer
Redi Ganpati Temple: what visitors should know first
Go if you are already visiting Yashwantgad Fort. The temple is simple, the idol is unusual because it has two arms, and the visit takes under an hour. Dress modestly and ask before photographing inside.
History and context
The story behind Redi Ganpati Temple
A local resident, reported in various accounts as Sadashiv Kambli, is said to have dreamed of a buried statue. Workers dug it out of the shore near Redi port in 1976, and the stone mouse was found in later digging. One account attributes the carving to the Pandava period, but this is not corroborated elsewhere.
Useful facts
Redi Ganpati Temple facts at a glance
- Location
- Redi village, Vengurla taluka
- Faith
- Hindu
- Deity/dedication
- Ganesha, two-armed form
- Visitor note
- Modest dress; ask before photographing
- Busy days
- Ganesh Chaturthi
Why it matters
Why Redi Ganpati Temple is worth your time
The temple is a modern pilgrimage site built around a find that locals treat as self-manifested. It reflects how worship grows around chance discoveries along this coast.
For visitors the interest is mostly the story, the two-armed idol and the village context. The fort nearby carries a damaged laterite Ganesha that resembles the idol here. Whether or not you share the devotion, the temple is a window into how local faith in this corner of the Konkan is lived day to day, in a village that also carries centuries of fort and port history within walking distance.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
The two-armed idol
A seated Ganesha with two arms, unusual among Ganesh images.
- 02
The mouse vahana
A stone mouse found in later digging sits in front.
- 03
The fort link
A similar damaged Ganesha lies on the nearby fort.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
The temple is in Redi village, the same road that leads on to the creek and the fort. The idol is seated and has two arms, which is unusual; most Ganesh figures have four. It is about six feet tall and four feet wide, with a stone mouse vehicle in front.
Local accounts say the idol was found in 1976 near the Redi port after a villager dreamed of a buried statue. Later it was plastered and painted, so what you see is not the original stone surface. Visitors usually take darshan and leave within half an hour.
The temple is quiet on weekdays and busier around Ganesh Chaturthi. Combine it with the fort and a stop at the beach nearby.
Plan with confidence
Visit as a guest, not a spectator.
- Dress modestly and remove footwear
- Ask before photographing the idol
- Avoid Ganesh Chaturthi crowds if you want quiet
- Combine with Yashwantgad Fort
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Redi village, Vengurla taluka, about 30 km from Vengurla town
- Time needed
- 30-45 minutes
- Best time
- Any time outside the monsoon; busy at Ganesh Chaturthi
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- The temple area is level with a short walk from parking. There is a covered sanctum; seating is limited, and crowds can build during festivals.
- Tickets and access
- No ticket is published. Dress modestly and remove footwear. Ask before photographing the idol, and expect queues at festival times.
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Plan the practical part
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Travelling with parents?
The temple area is level with a short walk from parking. There is a covered sanctum; seating is limited, and crowds can build during festivals.
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See concierge supportFAQs
What is special about the Redi Ganesh?
The idol has two arms, unlike most Ganesh images, and was unearthed in 1976.
How far is it from Vengurla?
About 30 km according to one source; ask locally.
Is it crowded?
Quiet on weekdays and busy at festivals.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.