Grand Bassin

Grand Bassin is the most important Hindu shrine in Mauritius. It is located on a crater lake called Ganga Takao that is considered holy. Hindus walk from their homes around Mauritius to Grand Bassin for blessing once s year and carry some of the lake water back home to bless their houses.. The main temple is dedicated to Shiva, and there are temples to other gods, as well.
The 1st picture is taken at the main approach to the site. Giant statues, one of Ganga and one of Shiva (in the background), are shown here.
The 2nd and 3rd pictures are views across the holy lake. Each one shows a temple on the far side. That is the main temple in the 2nd picture.
The remaining 2 pictures are some of the many statues of gods along the lakeshore around the main temple.Read more