Pimpri - Chinchwad, the twin towns near Pune are very famous for its industrial growth. The growth of these places makes the city proud.
The industrial area around Pimpri, Chinchwad, Bhosari and nearby places contributes a lot in state as well as country's income. But this is not only importance of Chinchwad.
Chinchwad is an old town and one can find its references in Shivaji's and Peshwa's periods. The Ganesh temple in Chinchwad is very famous place and every year, the yatra takes place in the month of 'Shravan'. The temple is popularly known as 'Moraya Gosavi Temple'. The temple is very old and is situated on the banks of river 'Pawana'.
The temple is well maintained and is in good condition. The small ghat on the back side of the temple is very pretty and the quiet atmosphere here pleases the mind. One will not believe
that such a quiet place is in such a crowdy town. The idol of Lord Ganesh is very beautiful. It creates a holy atmosphere. The temple and the surroundings are very nice.
Certainly, the 'Moraya Gosavi' temple is pride for Chinchwad.
In the town Pimpri , the newly constructed 'Vaishnav Devi' temple is very famous one. It is the exact replica of 'Vaishnav Devi' temple in Himalayas.
A short trip to Pimpri - Chinchwad can also be arranged and either places like Appughar in Nigdi, DurgaTekdi and Chhatrapati Shivaji Kridanagari in Balewadi can also be included.