Sri Ganesha Mandir

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The Sri Ganesha Mandir is the National Mandir of Kaitan-Leagran and the first (and only) Hindu temple on the island. Though designed to emulate the traditional architecture of temples in Farinor, the National Mandir is constructed from volcanic basalt, into which elaborate Hindu carvings have been incorporated. The interior of the Mandir is unusual in that it is constructed from oaks imported from Laneria and not marble. The temple is dedicated to the god Ganesha (the Remover of Obstacles being an excellent candidate for worship considering the recent past of Kaitan-Leagran) and the main statue of the god is said to be an "Udbhava Murthy" (a statue that was not made by a human), found in the soil around Bharat some thirty years ago. The wooden doors to the sanctum are carved with images of the Ashtavinayak (the eight manifestations of Ganesha in Maharashtra) and the inner roof is plated with gold.

Constructed in 2007, the Sri Ganesha Mandir is intended to be a national centre of reconciliation and healing for all the people of Kaitan-Leagran. Being a theologically neutral place for the major ethno-religious groups, the Mandir also functions as a focal point for national events, such as the annual memorial service to those lost during the Civil War. The Mandir is also the primary place of worship for the Bailiff, Her Excellency Lady Sahana Saandeep, though a private chapel has also been constructed in Freetown Castle for her personal use.