The construction was finished in 2007 , and the official "Sthapan" (consecration ritual) took place during the Maha Shivaratri festival in 2008 .
The , formally known as Mangal Mahadev , is a monumental landmark standing 108 feet (33 meters) tall at the entrance of the sacred Ganga Talao (Grand Bassin) crater lake. Completed in 2007 , it is the highest known statue on the island and ranks among the tallest Shiva statues globally. Historical Significance and Construction lord shiva statue in mauritius
The deity is depicted standing with a Trishula (trident), a serene expression, and matted locks, symbolizing his roles as both a peaceful yogi and the destroyer of evil. Spiritual Importance of Ganga Talao The construction was finished in 2007 , and
Mangal Mahadev- Shiva Statue at Grand Bassin - Mauritius Attractions Local lore states that the lake’s water is
It was crafted by renowned Indian sculptor Shri Matu Ram Verma , who was commissioned by the Mauritian government to create both this statue and the nearby Maa Durga statue .
The statue is a faithful replica of the Shiva monument at Sursagar Lake in Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
Local lore states that the lake’s water is spiritually linked to the Holy Ganges River in India. This belief stems from a vision by priest Pandit Jhummon Giri Gossagne Nepal in 1897 .
