• Manakula Vinayagar Set – Grace of Puducherry’s Beloved Ganesha for Your Navaratri Display
• This beautifully detailed Golu doll set features Manakula Vinayagar, the much-revered form of Lord Ganesha worshipped in Puducherry, known for bestowing wisdom, prosperity, and protection.
• Crafted in clay by skilled artisans, this Golu bommai captures the divine aura of Vinayagar in seated posture, flanked by his consorts and adorned with symbolic elements.
• A sacred addition to your Dassara dolls collection, this piece brings the blessings of Lord Ganesha in his Manakula form—a form believed to have miraculous powers and centuries of unbroken worship.
• Enhance your Kolu bommai arrangement with this revered idol, connecting your festive display to one of South India’s most spiritually significant temples.
• Whether you're seeking success in education, family harmony, or spiritual growth, this Golu doll invokes the compassionate presence of the elephant-headed deity.
• Display this Golu bommai during Navaratri to invite auspicious beginnings and remove obstacles from your home and life path.
• A cherished part of your Dassara dolls, this idol reflects devotion, cultural pride, and the continuing legacy of Ganapatya traditions.
• Available exclusively from Giri, alongside a wide range of Golu bommai, plastic steps, pooja accessories, and traditional Kolu bommai sets for Navaratri.

Symbolism & Significance
Manakula Vinayagar is a regional and spiritual icon of Puducherry. Unlike many temple deities, this form of Ganesha has been worshipped continuously even through colonial times. The Golu doll represents not just the remover of obstacles but a living deity whose grace has been experienced by generations. In this Golu bommai, Ganesha appears calm yet powerful—holding sweets, weapons, and blessings, while seated with divine poise. His presence among your Dassara dolls bestows protection, learning, and deep-rooted spiritual strength.

Significance within Golu Tradition
Including the Manakula Vinayagar Kolu bommai adds regional uniqueness and spiritual grounding to your display. During Navaratri, placing Lord Ganesha at the base or top tier is customary, as he is invoked at the beginning of every auspicious venture. This Golu doll goes beyond tradition—it carries the devotion of millions who visit the Manakula temple for blessings and miracles. As part of your Dassara dolls, it brings both spiritual gravitas and historical reverence to your kolu.

Navaratri & Golu Display Context
• Navaratri, the sacred celebration of Devi, also honors all deities who support spiritual progress, including Vinayagar as the remover of vighnas (obstacles).
• Golu bommai displays are arranged in steps representing evolution from basic to divine consciousness.
• Including this Kolu bommai of Manakula Vinayagar invokes a spiritual gateway, welcoming success in education, art, and life endeavors.
• This Dassara dolls set may be displayed alongside Saraswati, Lakshmi, or regional deities like Kamakshi or Karumariamman, enriching the cultural context of your Golu.
• Let this Golu doll serve as a daily reminder of divine support, just as devotees in Puducherry seek the blessings of the Manakula shrine each day.

The Legend of Manakula Vinayagar – A Temple That Stood Unmoved
The temple of Manakula Vinayagar in Puducherry has stood for centuries—surviving colonial suppression, community pressures, and political change. The legend goes that during French rule, authorities attempted to remove the deity and dump the idol into the sea multiple times. But miraculously, the idol kept returning to its original place. Realizing the divine force they could not suppress, the French rulers allowed the worship to continue. Vinayagar, in this form, has granted countless boons—newborn blessings, exam success, business prosperity. Including this Golu bommai is thus not just decorative—it channels a legacy of undying faith and divine resilience.
Let your Golu doll steps echo this living legend, carrying the story of the temple that refused to vanish.

History of Golu – Stories in Steps
The Kolu bommai tradition, rooted in the Vijayanagara Empire, evolved into a storytelling festival across South India. Households use Dassara dolls to depict epics, cultural values, and sacred geography.
• This Golu doll of Manakula Vinayagar brings a South Indian temple tradition into your home.
• Each Golu bommai on your steps becomes part of a visual scripture—connecting the divine, the devotional, and the domestic.
• With Manakula Vinayagar at the base, your Navaratri celebration begins with the right note of spiritual strength and cultural pride.

Start Your Navaratri with the Blessings of Manakula Vinayagar
Bring home the divine presence of the beloved Puducherry Vinayagar through this sacred Golu doll. As part of your Dassara dolls, this Kolu bommai ensures your Golu steps radiate auspiciousness, resilience, and spiritual grace. Let your Golu bommai collection tell a story of faith that cannot be erased.