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Mount Edgecombe Ganesha Temple

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About the temple

The Mount Edgecombe Ganesha Temple, built in 1898 by temple architect Kristappa Reddy, is believed to be the oldest surviving solid temple in Africa and stands as a provincial heritage site in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The shrine draws devotees through the day for darshan and aarti, with the atmosphere reaching its peak during the evening rituals and on festival days when special pujas are performed.

Hindu templeSouth Africa heritageGanesha worship1898 builtInanda KwaZulu-Natal
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Devotee rating
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Daily rituals
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Major festivals

How to reach

By road
Well connected to city centre, ~20 min by taxi or auto.
On foot
Footwear stands and cloak rooms available near the main entrance.
Nearby stay
Dharamshalas and hotels within walking distance of the temple.
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