Standing at an impressive 33 meters (108 feet), this statue of Lord Shiva is the tallest in Mauritius and one of the most iconic landmarks in the Southern Hemisphere. It was inaugurated in 2007 and has since become a pilgrimage site for Hindus across the world.
Towering against the lush, volcanic backdrop of southwestern Mauritius stands one of the island's most astonishing spiritual landmarks—the colossal statue of Lord Shiva at Ganga Talao (also known as Grand Bassin). This 33-meter (108-foot) tall masterpiece is the tallest statue of Lord Shiva in Mauritius and a powerful symbol of the island’s deep-rooted Hindu faith. lord shiva statue in mauritius