India is home to some of the tallest statues that reflect cultural significance, inspire the masses, and represent monumental achievements. Here’s the list of top 10 tallest statues in India that have gained fame in the nation’s history.
| Rank | Statue | Height | Representing | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Statue of Unity | 597 ft | Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel | Kevadia, Gujarat |
| 2 | Statue of Belief | 369 ft | God Shiva | Nathdwara, Rajasthan |
| 3 | Statue of Equality | 216 ft | Ramanujacharya | Muchintal, Telangana |
| 4 | Statue of Social Justice | 206 ft | Dr. B.R Ambedkar | Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh |
| 5 | Statue of B.R Ambedkar | 175 ft | Dr. B.R Ambedkar | Hyderabad, Telangana |
| 6 | Lord Hanuman Statue | 175 ft | Lord Hanuman | Mandapam, Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh |
| 7 | Panchamukhi Hanuman Statue | 161 ft | Lord Hanuman | Bidanagere, Karnataka |
| 8 | Muthumalai Murugan Statue | 146 ft | Lord Murugan | Yethappur, Tamil Nadu |
| 9 | Maa Vaishno Devi Statue | 141 ft | Goddess Vaishno Devi | Chhatikara, Uttar Pradesh |
| 10 | Paritala Anjaneya Statue | 133 ft | Lord Hanuman | Paritala, Andhra Pradesh |
1. Statue of Unity, Gujarat
Dedicated to the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Statue of Unity takes first place in the list of the top 10 tallest statues in India.
With a staggering height of 182 meters (597 feet), It is the tallest statue in India and the world.
Located in the Kevadia district in Gujarat, This mighty bronze statue stands on the Sadhu bet hillock overlooking the vast surroundings of the Narmada river bank.
Unique attractions at this place include a laser and sound show that showcases the history and life of Sardar Patel.
Amidst a beautiful landscape, the Statue of Unity stands out as a representation of national unity, strength, and pride.
2. Statue of Belief, Rajasthan
Representing Lord Shiva, the Statue of Belief is an astonishing 369 feet statue located at Nathdwara, Rajasthan.
It was the vision of Mr. Madan Paliwal, Chairman of Miraj Group, who wanted to make his native place unique worldwide. He believed his dream came true by constructing the Vishwas Swaroopam.
Designed in collaboration with Maturam Art and Skeleton Consultants and constructed by Shapoorji Pallonji E&C, this massive structure took ten years to complete with the help of 750 skilled workers.
One can witness the grand statue from a distance of 20 Kilometers, making it a true marvel of engineering and art.
3. Statue of Equality, Telangana
The 216 feet tall Statue of Equality represents 11th-century philosopher Sri Ramanujacharya, a leading figure in Sri Vaishnavism and Vishishtadvaita philosophy.
Situated on the outskirts of Hyderabad, in the village of Muchintal, the remarkable statue commands attention from afar distance. It is the second tallest sitting statue in the world and third in the list of top 10 tallest statues in India.
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated this statue in 2017 to commemorate the contributions of Sri Ramanuja on his 1000th birth anniversary.
Some unique attractions of this place include 108 Divya Desam temples, dancing water with laser shows and access to spiritual events
4. Statue of Social Justice, Andhra Pradesh
The Statue of Social Justice in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, is a 206-ft grand statue dedicated to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a renowned social reformer widely regarded as the father of the Indian Constitution.
This bronze statue stands at a height of 125 feet and was erected on an 81-foot plinth, totalling 206 feet. It is located on 18 acres of land in the middle of the city, known as Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Smriti Vanam.
This colossal structure is India’s second tallest standing statue and is among the top 40 tallest statues in the world.
Ambedkar Smriti Vanam also features a biographical museum of Dr. B.R Ambedkar, a mini theatre, a convention centre, skylights, fountains, and a library alongside the statue.
5. Statue of B.R Ambedkar, Telangana
Located in the picturesque setting of Hyderabad’s Hussain Sagar Lake, the towering statue of B.R. Ambedkar stands at 175 feet.
It is the second tallest statue of B.R. Ambedkar in India and the third tallest standing statue in the country.
This memorial is spread across 11.8 acres and includes a museum, conference hall and library.
A unique feature of this statue is that it is erected on a 50-ft plinth, a three-storey replica of the Indian Parliament. Giving the statue an overall height of 175 ft
The memorial spans 11.8 acres and includes a grand statue, museum, conference hall, and beautiful garden.
The construction of this monument utilized 791 tons of stainless steel and 9 tons of brass, with the overall project costing approximately Rs. 146.5 crores.
6. Hanuman Statue, Andhra Pradesh
With a height of 175 feet, the Mandapam’s village Lord Hanuman statue occupies 6th place on the list of tallest statues in India.
This mighty Hanuman statue stands magnificently on the banks of the Vamsadhara River of the Srikakulam district, AP, overlooking the lush green paddy fields.
The project started with only minor contributions from devotees and villagers, and the foundation stone was laid on 07-07-2007. Despite multiple obstacles, the organizers successfully completed the statue, demonstrating their determination and dedication, even with limited capacity.
Today, the statue holds the record as the tallest statue of Lord Hanuman in India and the world.
7. Panchamukhi Hanuman, Karnataka
The 161 feet Panchamukhi Anjaney Swamy statue in Bidanagere is India’s second tall Hanuman statue.
This mesmerizing gold-hued statue of Lord Hanuman is present in Bidanagere village, situated 70 km from Bangalore, Karnataka.
Moreover, It holds the record as the tallest panchamukha (five-faced) Hanuman statue in India and in the World. This golden masterpiece showcases the talent of sculptors and the spiritual significance of this deity in India.
8. Muthumalai Murugan Statue, Tamilnadu
Lord Murugan is the son of Shiva and Parvati and is a beloved deity in Tamilnadu. Numerous temples and statues of this deity exist across Tamilnadu.
Amongst all of those, the 146 ft Lord Murugan statue at Thirukovil at Ethapur, Salem district, holds the title as the tallest Murugan statue in the world, replacing the 140 ft Pathumalai statue of Murugan in Malaysia.
An interesting fact about this statue is that Natarajan Sridhar, the chairman of Sri Muthumalai Murugan Trust, which built the famous Murugan statue at Batu caves in Malaysia, also built this one. Thiruvarur Thiyagarajan, the same sculptor who sculpted the Murugan statue in Malaysia, also sculpted this one in 2016.
9. Maa Vaishno Devi Statue, Uttar Pradesh
Situated near Chhatikara town of Uttar Pradesh, Maa Vaishno Devi statue was installed and consecrated by Shri. J C Chaudhry, the founder of Maa Vaishno Devi Dham.
He believes in Maa Vaishno Devi as a constant source of support and inspiration for his life. As a token of gratitude to the Goddess for her love and blessing, he built the magnificent 141 ft statue in a serene 12-acre area named Maa Vaishno devi dham.
Additionally, the Vaishno Devi Dham has many amenities like a devi mandir, gaushala, gufa, spiritual hall, free dispensary, guest house, library, and vast green spaces.
10. Veera Abhaya Anjenaya Statue, Andhra Pradesh
The marvellous 133 ft Hanuman statue standing magnificently next to the NH65 at Paritala Village, Andhra Pradesh, is one of the top 10 tallest statues in India.
Everyone refers to it as the Paritala Anjaney statue due to the name of the village in which it is present. However, the actual name of this statue is Veera Abhaya Anjenaya Statue.
This imposing statue of Lord Hanuman with Abhaya Mudra will captivate anyone passing by the National Highway and make a bow to the deity to bestow his wishes upon them.
A small temple of Lord Sri Ram and Parivar is also around the statue, where devotees can offer their prayers.