12 Tallest Statues In The World

14 AUG, 2023

Ayaan Paul Chowdhury

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From religious iconography to patriotic symbolism, here are the tallest human-made marvels across the world:

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A serene and immense Buddha statue standing over 88 meters tall, situated near Taihu Lake in Wuxi, China, symbolizing peace and tranquility.

12. Grand Buddha at Ling Shan

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Towering over the city of Volgograd, Russia, this colossal statue stands 85 meters high and commemorates the historic Battle of Stalingrad during World War II.

11. The Motherland Calls

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Standing 30 meters tall, this iconic statue in Vietnam represents motherhood and protection, welcoming visitors to the Linh Ung Pagoda in Da Nang.

10. Mother of All Asia

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This 88-meter-tall Kannon statue, located in the Hokkaido region of Japan, embodies compassion and mercy, offering panoramic views from its observation deck.

9. Hokkaido Kannon

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Rising 100 meters above the city of Sendai, Japan, this Daikannon statue, completed in 1991, exudes grace and compassion.

8. Sendai Daikannon

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Adorning the Wat Muang temple grounds, this 92-meter-tall statue in Ang Thong, Thailand, showcases the Buddha in a tranquil and seated posture.

7. Great Buddha of Thailand

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The 99-meter-tall Guanyin statue in China's Weishan County stands as a beacon of compassion and wisdom, set against a picturesque landscape.

6. Guishan Guanyin of Weishan

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Gazing serenely over the Ibaraki prefecture of Japan, this 120-meter-tall statue of Amitabha Buddha conveys a sense of enlightenment and spiritual contemplation.

5. Ushiku Daibutsu

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Depicting the Indian deity Lord Swaminarayan, this 73-meter-tall statue in Gujarat, India, represents devotion and faith for millions of followers.

4. Vishwas Swaroopam

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Located in Myanmar, this 116-meter-tall standing Buddha statue is a testament to spiritual devotion and is accompanied by an impressive monastery complex.

3. Laykyun Sekkya

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Towering at 128 meters in China, the Spring Temple Buddha showcases Vairocana Buddha and embodies resilience and enlightenment.

2. Spring Temple Buddha

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Celebrating the legacy of Sardar Patel, a key figure in India's history, this 182-meter-tall statue in Gujarat signifies unity, leadership, and patriotism and is the tallest in the world.

1. Statue of Unity