Monuments and statues are being erected all over the world - some of them are dedicated to great personalities, and others are important historical events. Some statues are so large that they become almost the main attraction of the city, which travelers eagerly set off to see.
For example, Motherland Calling, erected in the hero city of Volgograd on Mamaev Kurgan, rises 85 meters! It is recognized as one of the highest statues in the world, it is not surprising that the city residents are so proud of it, and tourists come to Mamaev Kurgan to take unforgettable photographs against the background of the statue.
In this article, we want to tell you a brief story about the tallest statues in the world. Be sure to take a few minutes to read - you will not regret it, it is very interesting and informative!
Note! The height of the statues in our top 10 is indicated without a pedestal.
10. Motherland is calling! - 85 m
Location: Volgograd, Russia.
Year of opening: 1967
Monument Motherland is calling! It was opened in 1967, it was built over 8 years. The main sculpture of Volgograd is dedicated to the Battle of Stalingrad. It is not known who posed for the sculptor.
Reinforced concrete was used to create the sculpture, which was inexpensive in the days of the USSR, but problems arose with it. For example, in 1968 (a year after the discovery), cracks began to be noticed in the Motherland, so the sculptors had to cover her parts every year with a water-repellent to preserve the monument.
Today, Mother Motherland stands firmly on the Mamaev Kurgan, looks amazing, and is the main attraction of the hero city of Volgograd.
9. Buddha Statue - 88 m
Location: Wuxi, China.
Year of opening: 1997
Bronze Buddha statue depicting Shakyamuni Buddha (Indian monk), located on Linshan Hill. To get closer to the statue, you need to climb 216 steps (not everyone wants to do this). The first stone was laid in 1994, the Buddha statue was built in 4 years.
Interesting, what Grand buddha exactly copies the pose of the Spring Buddha (a 128-meter statue is also in China).
Near the statue is the Xiangfu Temple and the place that tourists have chosen - Taihu Lake. Also here was built the Brahma Palace (Brahma - the god of creation in Hinduism) and a palace similar to the hand of the Buddha.
It is interesting: according to legend, one who goes through 2 steps will lose the first suffering. After completing all 216 steps - a person will get rid of 108 suffering!
8. Statue of the Goddess Cannon - 100 m
Location: Sendai, Japan.
Year of opening: 1991
Statue, 100 meters high - goddess cannon, located near Tokyo in the town of Sendai. Tourists come to see this main attraction with pleasure.
Interestingly - few people know about this, but the cameras of the famous company Cannon were named after this goddess.
The statue is made in white, according to Japanese mythology, the goddess of mercy guides people on the true path, gives happiness and peace in the soul.
The goddess of mercy, as she is also called, is located on the territory of the temple - people come to pray to her and ask for help. If you go up the elevator, you have an excellent view - on Sendai.
7. Great Buddha - 92 m
Location: Angthong, Thailand.
Year of opening: 2008
This statue is known throughout the world, known as "Great buddha". It is located near the town of Angthong. It took 18 years to create a gilded statue, but it was worth it - a smiling deity sitting in a lotus position attracts tourists from all over the world, because, according to legend, it fulfills wishes!
The long fingers of the Buddha almost touch the ground, which allows travelers who believe in miracles and local residents to touch the sacred Buddha and ask him to fulfill his cherished desires as soon as possible.
Around the statue there is a beautiful park where lotuses grow. On the lower floor of the Buddha is a museum, which presents an exhibition of sacred objects, including the things of the monks.
6. Statue of the goddess Guanyin - 92 m
Location: Hunan, China.
Year of opening: 2009
This beautiful gilded statue of goddess guanyin (the goddess of mercy and compassion) is called thousand-armed - an image can scare someone, but a good story is associated with it.
According to legend, the goddess so badly wanted to help all living creatures on Earth that the gods gave her a thousand eyes and a thousand hands! Thanks to a unique gift, the goddess Guanyin can see everyone in need of help, and try to help as many people as possible and all living beings. Guanyin is revered as a patroness and protector.
5. Spring Buddha - 128 m
Location: Henan, China.
Year of opening: 2002
Spring buddha standing in the same position as the Buddha statue in Wuxi (from paragraph 9). Located in Henan. The Buddha of the Spring Temple depicts the Buddha of Vairochan, which in Sanskrit means "sun-like". Vairocana expresses a comprehensive wisdom called "dharmakaya."
The idea of erecting this shrine arose after the Taliban in Afghanistan blew up two Buddha statues that were over 2000 years old - the Chinese reacted very sharply to this event. After what happened, they decided to erect a magnificent statue in the province, which would show how much the Chinese respect the Buddhist heritage!
4. Daybutsu Usiku - 100 m
Location: Kanto region, Japan.
Year of opening: 1995
The Japanese city of Ushiku is Buddha statue - Daybutsu Usikurising 100 meters. It is located in a very successful area - in the park Usiku Arcadia, which allows travelers, as well as local residents to walk here and take beautiful photos.
The main feature of the statue is that tourists can not only admire it, but also climb up the elevator to touch the shrine with their own hands. The elevator rises to a height of only 85 meters, but this is enough to enjoy the impeccable view of the surroundings.
The base of the Daybutsu Usiku is in the form of a lotus - this flower for Buddhists has special value.
3. Guanyin Statue - 108 m
Location: Sanya, China.
Year of opening: 2005
The Buddhist goddess of compassion is in China. The majestic statue with a height of 108 meters has three faces - one of them looks at the mainland, and the other two face the South China Sea. The sculpture is visible from anywhere in the city.
It is worth noting that there are many guests whom the statue meets, because the island on which it is located is a resort. It is noteworthy that Guanyin is the patroness of children and women. Those who cannot have a baby turn to her for help. However, getting to the goddess is not always possible - access to her is carried out at a certain time.
Interesting fact: the total height of the statue is 108 meters, and this number is sacred in Buddhism. The rosary also consists of 108 beads.
2. Lechzhun-Sasachzha –116 m
Location: Sikine County, Myanmar.
Year of opening: 2008
The statue is made in the form of a standing Buddha. All tourists traveling to Myanmar are encouraged to look at the large-scale statue. Lechzhun-Sasachzha - an incredible sight!
The statue rising by 116 meters, in addition to beauty and impressive size, amazes with its sophisticated device - the statue contains 27 floors, as well as an elevator, thanks to which you can go up to enjoy the impressive view. Inside the statue is a museum on the theme of Buddhism.
For Myanmar residents, the statue is a place of religious worship. Tourists of a different faith regard Lejun-Sasaczha as a tourist attraction. Nearby you can see a recumbent 89-meter statue - a temple is located in it.
1. Unity Statue - 182 m
Location: Gujarat, India.
Year of opening: 2013
Unity Statue created from steel, copper and reinforced concrete, its author was the sculptor Ram Sutar. The monument, 182 meters high, turned out to be truly unique and impressive. In India, people respect those who give themselves completely to their country. That is why a statue of Sardar Vallabhai Patel, the creator of independent India, was erected. It is noteworthy that the statue was unveiled on October 31 - Wallabhai Patel was born on that day.
Interesting fact: in 2013, on the opening day of the Unity Statue, helicopters flew over it, from which it was showered with the petals of such a beautiful flower as a rose.