Dedicated to Ganesha, the son of the Hindu Gods Shiva and Parvati, the Ganesha Shrine Bangkok is an important place of worship that sees a large number of devotees each day. Finding Sukhumvit accommodation while paying homage to this temple would not be an issue since Anantara Baan Rajprasong Bangkok offers delightful Bangkok serviced apartments that would appeal to the most discerning of visitors. Ganesha is the Hindu God with an elephant head which represents intelligence, wisdom and prudence. Legend has it that Ganesha angered his father who then cut off his head and in repentance, fixed the head of the first animal who came along which happened to be an elephant with one tusk. The overwhelming scent of incense permeates the place all around the year and one can it is also very common to see the shrine adorned with vibrant yellow flowers, offered by Ganesha devotees at all times. Lord Ganesha is linked with the field of arts and is ofet invoked for blessings by artisans prior to engaging in delicate artistic ventures such as stone carving. Also known to be the god of good fortune, Ganesha is also revered by businessmen who seek success in their business ventures.
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