Mangal Mahadev, Hindu statue in Bois Chérie, Mauritius.
Mangal Mahadev is a Hindu statue located at the crater lake of Ganga Talao in the Savanne district. The figure holds a trident and rises prominently above the surrounding landscape and the temples positioned around the lake.
The statue was built in 2007 and consecrated a year later during a major Hindu festival. It was created to establish an important religious site for the island's Hindu community.
The name Mangal Mahadev refers to Shiva, a central deity in Hindu belief. Pilgrims come to pray and perform rituals at this site, which has become an important place of worship for the Hindu community.
The statue is located in a rural area near a crater lake, so comfortable walking shoes are advisable. The surroundings include several temples and a lake to explore, requiring time to walk around the site.
The monument was designed after a famous model in India, showing connections between Hindu communities across regions. Its commanding posture by the lake makes it visible from great distances across the landscape.
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