The festival begins on the fourth day of the Hindu month Bhadra which generally falls in Gregorian months of August or September. Lord Ganesha is the symbol of knowledge, prosperity and luck. It is celebrated as the birthday of Lord Ganesh, the elephant-headed son of Lord Shiva (Shiva is the Supreme Being who creates, protects and transforms the universe) and Goddess Parvati (Goddess of divine strength and power). Ganesha Chaturthi is also famously known as Vinayaka Chaturthi. The duration of the festival may vary from one and half day to five days, seven days or even ten days and the idols of Lord Ganesha are immersed in the rivers after the festival is over. During this festival, an idol of Lord Ganesha is worshiped by following all the rituals. The festival is yearly celebrated over a period of two weeks across the nation. Ganesha Chaturthi is one of the most important festivals celebrated in India.
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