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Ganga Talao

Mauritius
Ranked #18 of 80 attractions in Mauritius
5.0 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
Type: Bodies of Water, Religious Sites
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Derby, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Located in the rain forest area of central Mauritius, Gaga Talao (or "Grand Bassin" as the locals call it) is a place of pilgrimage for Hindus. Serenity, peace, greenery, heavy life from the surrounding rain forests make Ganga Talao truly an even more beautiful and very spiritual place. The clean, fresh water of the lake (hence the name "Talao") is... More

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Tunis, Tunisia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Although a Hindu, but not the very religious type, Ganga Talao is a nice temple to see, but the lake is very serene. The huge Shiva is quite interesting and I wondeed the immemse crowd the place draws during the Hindu festival of Shiv Ratri, as explained by our driver

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Durban, South Africa
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2011
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My family had spent half a day at this awesome place.First we stopped at the Siva Statute,great creative art. and thereafter proceeded to the Ganga lake.Being a Hindu from South africa , my whole family conducted a prayer at the Talao to Mother ganga. and therafter proceed to the inside of the temple, the priest conducted a prayer for the... More

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Brighton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 November 2011
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Ganga Talao is a religious place where you will find all the hindu gods. It has a huge lake. You must visit it atleast once as it has a spectacular view and an exotic wildlife. You should always be on the look out for the lake's giant eels and its myriad of fish. The place itself is very soothing and... More

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London, United Kingdom
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2011

In Ganga Talao colourful hindu architecture is set against a green backdrop of the BRG National Park. We were lucky enough to see preparations for the islands largest religious festival, with groups of pilgrims heading for the lake temple and performing their rituals there. If you are in search of Mauritius' hidden gem - Ganga Talao is your best bet!... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
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