Varasiddhi Vinayaka Temple
Introduction


The **Varasiddhi Vinayakar Temple** in [Besant Nagar](/wiki/Besant_Nagar "Besant Nagar"), [Chennai](/wiki/Chennai "Chennai"), [India](/wiki/India "India") is a [Hindu](/wiki/Hindu "Hindu") [temple](/wiki/Mandir "Mandir"), located near the beach in Besant Nagar. It is dedicated to the Hindu god [Vinayaka](/wiki/Vinayaka "Vinayaka") or Ganesha. The temple participates in activities such as feeding the poor and holds [poojas](/wiki/Puja_%28Hinduism%29 "Puja (Hinduism)") frequently.

The first Kumbabhishekam (consecration) of the temple after extension activity was held in April, 1979 before which the idol was being worshiped at a site opposite the present site of the temple, within the [CPWD](/wiki/CPWD "CPWD") Quarters compound. In fact, in the sanctum sanctorum, we see the idol of Valampuri Varasiddhi Vinayakar with Consort Siddhi held at His left. Over this idol, we see a small Ganesh Idol. This was the original idol that was being worshipped at the original site. 

Subsequent developments took place rapidly, like, construction of an auditorium behind the praharam on the eastern side and [Goshala](/wiki/Goshala "Goshala"). The Temple conducts music program during Vinayakar Chathurthi time in this auditorium.


What are some differences between traditional Hindu temples and modern ones like this one?