Starting from the left, Ganesha with its trunk towards left and diamond eyes is Chintamani Vinayak, located in Theur district. Ganesha got back his precious jewels from Guna and hence was given this name; next is Vighneshwar Vinayak of Ozar who got his name when the demon Vighnasur pleaded Ganesha for mercy on being defeated and asked that his name to be taken before Ganesha’s name; the third is carved unlike the usual iconography of Mayureshwar, who is riding a peacock. Moreshwar temple is one of the important and unique spots in this pilgrimage having a Nandi at the entrance; next in row has its trunk to the left and is carved a little different than other Ashtavinayak Ganeshas in not so well defined design. This temple is Girijatmaj (Parvati’s son) and is located amidst a cave complex of Buddhist origin.The distinctive crowned Ganesha idol sits on a throne carved like a cypress tree. The shape of the idol bears a striking resemblance with the mountain that forms the backdrop of Ballaleshwar temple. This is the only temple where Ganesha bears its name as ‘Ballal Vinayak’ on the name of his devotee; the next idol is the only one with its trunk turned towards right and is supposed to be a very powerful avatar for devotees. It is located in the Siddhivinayak temple of Siddhatek surrounded by thick foliage of babul trees; second last in the row is Mahotkat Ganesha idol of Mahaganapati temple situated in Ranjangaon and dates back to Peshwa times; last in the panel is Varada Vinayak (giver of bounty and success) who sits in an immersed position and is a constant companion of an oil lamp that is said to be burning continuously since 1892.All the idols are carved with clear striated trunks and various lines joining together to form perfect Ganesha features.
