Watch Video: Here's the first look of Lalbaugcha Raja 2016

The final countdown to Ganeshotsav is on. Well, before you head out and see all the Ganpati idols, here's the first look of one of Mumbai's most famous Sarvajanik Ganpatis, Lalbaugcha Raja

It's that time of the year again. Ganpati Bappa is coming back for his annual visit. 

With just a few days remaining before Ganeshotsav starts, Lalbaugcha Raja was uncovered. Mediapersons were allowed to click a few pictures and videos of the 

Here's the first look of one of Mumbai's most famous Sarvajanik Ganpatis, Lalbaugcha Raja.

#WATCH: Here's the first look of Lalbaugcharaja 2016, from Mumbai. #GaneshChaturthi pic.twitter.com/p2Ls54Dxog

— ANI (@ANI_news) September 1, 2016

While every corner of Mumbai will see Ganpati Mandals with big and small creatively carved out idols, Lalbaugcha Raja is one of the oldest. It was founded in 1934 and sees a large turnout since this idol of Lord Ganesha is considered 'Navsacha Ganpati', which means the fulfiller of all wishes.

Chinchpokli-based Kambli Arts has been making the popular idol since 1935.

Organised by Lalbaug Sarvajanik Ganeshostav mandal in Mumbai, prepartions are in full swing for the 11-day Ganeshotsav.

Mumbai: First look of Lalbaugcharaja 2016 #GaneshChaturthi pic.twitter.com/cTVfxI5Q5W

— ANI (@ANI_news) September 1, 2016

Thanks to @archeetn I get the first glimpse of #LALBAUGCHARAJA sitting so far away from my favourite city of #Mumbai pic.twitter.com/0UQytrYUCp

— Shivnath Thukral (@shivithukral) September 1, 2016

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— Prathamesh Avachare (@onlyprathamesh) September 1, 2016

Some other famous Ganpati Mandals of Mumbai

Mumbaicha Raja: This one is considered as the oldest Ganpati Pandal in the city as it started the tradition in the late 1920s.
At: Ganesh Galli, Parel.

Khetwadi Ganraj: This Ganesh pandal has won several awards and is considered to be one of the most spectacular Ganesh idols in the city. 
At: 12th Lane Khetwadi, Girgaum.

Andhericha Raja: Every year this Ganpati Pandal replicates themes and people specially visit the pandal to see them.
At: Veera Desai Road, Azad Nagar, Andheri (W)

Girgaoncha Raja: It's the tallest, eco-friendly idol made of clay. Unlike the regular idols which are made out of Plaster of Paris, this idol is made of Shadu clay, a special type imported from West Bengal. 
At: Girgaon Chowpatty.

GSB Samaj Ganeshotsav: The richest Ganesh idol in the city because of the huge quantity of gold used to adorn the idol along with a 22 karat gold-plated throne and precious jewels. The Goud Saraswat Brahmin Samaj started the festival in 1955.
At: Ram Mandir, Wadala

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