This shrine was established in 1735 by the Holkar dynasty's empress Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar, who salvaged the Ganesha statue out of a well where it was being concealed to protect it from Mughal Emperor, Aurangzeb. The worshippers form a ring all around the shrine and bind a string to worship Lord Ganesha for the fulfillment of their wishes. Pandit Mangal Bhatt, a local priest, is reported to have seen the antique idol of the shrine in his vision. The Bhatt family continues to run the sanctum.

The temple has grown from a small dome-like structure to a massively intricate building throughout the years. The shrine is well-known both in India and abroad. Charitable contributions of money, gems, diamonds, as well as other costly items are often made to the shrine. The Garbhagriha's entrance and other subsequent sections are all made of silver, and it depicts various emotions and festivities. The deity's pupils are composed of diamonds that were presented by an Indore industrialist. It is presently under the administration of Indore's DM, and priests are paid regularly. Around the shrine, there has been a lot of progress.
 

• The aartis are very pious and holy, so do stop by to attend them and make your heart feel the divinity of the aura around here. 
• Explore the other 33 temples scattered inside the Khajrana Ganesh Temple.
• If you happen to visit around Ganesh Chaturthi, this temple crosses all the levels of vibrancy and fascination around that time. 
• Do not forget to buy some prasad to offer it to Lord Ganesh and other deities. 
• Aarti happens twice a day, one in the morning and the other in the evening, so make sure to plan your visit around that time. 
• Stop by to hear the poetic bhajans, namely of Mira and Kabir that are sung throughout the day in the temple to please the Lord.
   

• Wear some comfortable shoes as you will be expected to remove them outside and visit the temple interiors bare feet. 
• Clothing should be light and comfortable, avoid fancy or showy clothes. 
• Photography is prohibited inside the temple premises.
   

Due to the sweltering heat, the summer weather is the least preferred season to visit. The rainy season is not the season to visit Indore because torrential downpours may disrupt your schedule. Indore is best visited in the months of October and March. This is also an excellent opportunity to travel because the weather cools down, making your sightseeing and transport plans come out in the best way.

• Rajwada Indore
• Gomatgiri
• Lal bagh palace
• Holkar Cricket Stadium
• ISKCON Indore 
• Sarafa Market
   

• This is one of those few temples which receive donations in gemstones, gold, and diamonds. 
• It is believed that whosoever visits the temple premises with pure heart, will get his/her wishes fulfilled in no time.