The iconic Big Mango at Bowen is a favourite among travellers.
The 10-metre-high replica of the “Kensington Pride” mango was built in 2002 at a cost of $90,000.
Located on the Bruce Highway just 5km south of Bowen, the Big Mango was named the “Best Big Thing” in Queensland in 2025 as part of the Premier’s Awards on Queensland Day – and that was decided purely by public vote.
Bowen is the Australian birthplace The Kensington Pride variety of mango which was introduced from India in the late 1800s.
The Big Mango is located right next to the award-winning Bowen Visitor Information Centre which attracted more than 56,000 visitors in the past financial year.
In 2025, the Big Mango was featured on a special $1 coin launched in September by the Royal Australian Mint and Australia Post.
It is also featured on the board of the Whitsundays edition of Monopoly and will be featured on the “Big Things of Oz” Monopoly which will be released later this year.
The Big Mango is a must-stop selfie spot for anyone driving in Queensland.
Many travellers, including international visitors, love to stop at all the big things in Queensland at other states of Australia and the Big Mango is certainly a favourite.
For anyone planning a trip, don’t forget to check out the large range of mango products and other Bowen merchandise at the Bowen Visitor Information Centre right next door.
Mango with big mango. Photo supplied.
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