Geneva to US, these are the statues of Mahatma Gandhi around the world
From Geneva to the US, Gandhiji inspired many to follow the path of non-violence.One can visit these places abroad where they can find statues of Mahatma Gandhi
On the 150th Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, one can acknowledge his popularity around the world, which advocated the practice of non-violence and tolerance around the world. From Geneva to the US, Gandhiji inspired many to follow the path of non-violence.
Statues of Mahatma Gandhi across nations
Even after half-a-century after his death, he remains immortal, a public figure who is considered an ideal of the 20th century throughout the world. In India, one may encounter places, streets, and lanes named after Mahatma Gandhi. But it is interesting to know that he is equally popular abroad. One can visit these places abroad where they can find the statues of Mahatma Gandhi.
The United States and Geneva
The first on the list is the United States. It is interesting that one can find the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in the US, which was never on the list to the nations Gandhiji traveled. In spite of this, the nation is known to have the biggest number of Gandhi dedications, statues and memorials. Statues of Mahatma Gandhi can be found in every single city and spots of the US, including Washington DC, Flint Peace Park in Michigan, Milwaukee County Courthouse in Wisconsin, Pacifist Memorial in Massachusetts, Millsaps College in Mississippi, Mission Inn Plaza in California, Embarcadero Center in San Francisco California and numerous others. Next is Geneva, central to the United Nations, Switzerland's Geneva has constructed a Gandhi statue as a tribute. In the Ariana Park of the city, the visitors can discover and witness a statue of the Father of Nation, given to the city in 2007 by the Government of India as a token of friendship.
Denmark and Britain
The European continent also has landmarks tributed to Mahatma Gandhi. The city of Denmark shares exceptional relations with India, with regards to Mahatma Gandhi. The nation has a recreation center named after the Father of Nation, Gandhi Plaene (Gandhi Park) situated at the intersection of Borup's Alle. There is a bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi in the sitting position in Hvidkildevej, Copenhagen. England, the epitome of colonialism and the country which ruled not just India but other countries as well was indeed shaken up by Mahatma Gandhi’s struggle for freedom. His methods for peacefulness appealed to the masses. Britain has a Gandhi statue in Tavistock Square, London. The statue was made by stone carver Fredda Brillant and was revealed in 1968 by British Prime Minister Harold Wilson.
South Africa
Another country with the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in South Africa. People worship Gandhi in South Africa for his struggle against the apartheid of forced labor. Mahatma Gandhi inspired many to fight for their rights in a peaceful manner. He also motivated the Martin Luther King Jr, who further led the struggle of freedom. Mahatma Gandhi faced discrimination in South Africa. This is the city that once witnessed Gandhi being thrown off a train by a white man in 1893. There are a number of Gandhi statues around Africa, anyway, they have stayed under debate with the racist representation. One can visit Gandhi statue at Church Street, Pietermaritzburg, which was divulged by South Africa's Archbishop Desmond Tutu.
Published By : Pragya Puri
Published On: 2 October 2019 at 17:38 IST