24 Largest Statues in the World

People have been building statues since the dawn of civilization, whether they want to fend off predators, strike fear into the hearts of invaders, or even worship a god or express unity. Sculptures make up a large part of our collective cultural heritage, but the statues on our blog differ greatly from the others because they are the 24 tallest statues in the world.

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Top 24 Tallest Statues in the World

• Statue of Unity, 182 m – Gujarat, India

India’s 50-storey Statue of Unity, 182 meters high and adorned with 12,000 uniquely rendered bronze panels, is a triumph of aesthetics and engineering. It’s made from melted-down old farm equipment. How did they do it?

Few subjects are more appropriate for the world’s tallest statue than Iron Man. No, not THAT Iron Man. Indian statesman and independence activist Vallabhbhai Patel has been nicknamed the “Iron Man of India” for his incredible nation-building work that united all 562 independent princely states on the subcontinent after the British suddenly made peace in the 1940s.

This statue was commissioned to celebrate Patel’s monumental achievement. And to underline the fact it’s for all Indians, farmers from all across the nation Patel helped create by sending in their old unused scrap iron. It is said that approximately 100 million farmers participated and 129 tons of scrap iron was melted and formed the basis of the statue today.

The statue itself stands 182-meters tall, and that’s no accident. 182 was chosen because that’s the number of seats in the Gujarati legislature.

• Spring Temple Buddha, 128 m – Henan, China

The second tallest statue in the world is in fact a depiction of the Buddha. It took 11 years to complete from 1997 to 2008. It stands at a whopping 502 feet high and is 402 feet wide. To get up close and personal with the spring temple buddha you need to climb up a great many stairs but it’s worth it because you’ll be treated to the best view in town.

• Laykyun Sekkya Buddha, 115 m – Monywa, Myanmar

The Laykyun Sekkya Buddha is a real beauty and guaranteed to put a smile as big as the statue itself on your face. This depiction of the Buddha stands at 424 feet tall and it took 12 years to complete. Finally wrapping things up and unveiled in 2008.

You’ll notice the statue from miles and miles away as it towers over the scenery but even as you approach you’ll have your jaw on the floor because of the gorgeous and peaceful pagodas and parks along the way.

You can go inside the Standing Buddha which holds 31 floors each representing and depicting the 31 realms of life cycles as written in the Buddhist scriptures.

• Guanyin of Nanshan, 108 m – Hainan, China

Guanyin of Nanshan is the largest Buddhist temple in China with a lot of symbolism in a breathtaking location. The Nanshan Temple was built to celebrate the 2000th anniversary of Buddhism in China. It’s a 5A touristic site, which is the highest rate defined by the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism. 

• Motherland Monument, 102 m – Kiev, Ukraine

The sculpture is a part of the national museum of the history of Ukraine in the Second World War in 1941 – 1945. The stainless steel statue stands 62 meters tall upon the museum main building with the overall structure measuring 102 meters including its base and weighing 560 tons. The Sword in the statue’s right hand is 16 meters long weighing 9 tons. With the left hand holding up a 13 by 8 meter shield emblazoned with the hammer and sickle emblem of the Soviet Union.

• Ushiku Buddha, 100 m – Ushiku, Japan

The Ushiku Daibutsu is the fifth tallest statue in the world at 394 feet up. The statue was completed in 1993 and is made entirely of bronze depicting the Amitabha Buddha which again represents infinite light and life. It’s an incredibly common Buddha. It also pays tribute to the birth of Shinran who founded what’s known as the true pure land school of Buddhism, the Johto Hsinchu..

You can take a walk inside and make your way up to the observation deck. When you first walk inside you’re greeted by a dark lobby filled with music and a bright shaft of light as the centerpiece.

The second floor is called “the world of thankfulness and gratitude” which has a bigger emphasis on the Buddhist scriptures. Make your way up to the third floor for “the world of the lotus sanctuary” where you’ll find 3.000 amazing golden Buddhist statues. Then, the fourth and final level gives you views from the bosom of the statue overlooking the garden and animal park.

Each floor of this huge statue gives you a new opportunity to stop and reflect not only on Buddha’s teaching and values but on your own life as well.

• Statue of Liberty, 93 m – New York, USA

This green-blue statue of a female figure who has a crown on her head and a torch in her right hand is a prominent representative of American culture. The Statue of Liberty is connected with many deep philosophical meanings and historical aspects. It was a gift from France to America. It is to create something significant that would resonate the camaraderie of the two countries and the free, democratic spirit they hold. 

This crown represents some symbolic meanings like the seven continents or seven seas. The female figure we see in this statue is Libertas, a Roman goddess and in many ways it is associated with the American spirit. 

Female figure represents a humanistic mentality, with the torch in her right hand the hope of enlightenment, with the tablet in her left hand a deterministic and progressive perception and most importantly with a broken shackle under her feet, it presents independent action and vision. 

• The Great Buddha, 92 m – Phai Cham Sin, Thailand

You may already be a bit familiar with the Great Buddha of Thailand since it’s a pretty big hit with tourists and is a must see for anyone visiting in the country. The statue is 300 feet tall and another 210 feet wide made entirely of concrete and then painted gold. 

Construction of the Great Buddha began in 1990 and wasn’t finished until 2008 and was made to commemorate the King of Thailand at the time. This statue was built entirely by donations from Buddhists everywhere who saw their donation as a sign of good faith, an act of merit and a way to give back.

The posture or attitude represents the story of Buddha defeating his enemies while on the path to enlightenment.

• The Motherland Calls, 85 m – Volgograd, Russia

The Motherland Calls is also known as The Mother Russia statue. It is a very famous statue of Mamayev Kurgan in Volgograd, Russia. The Motherland Calls is the second tallest female statue in the world after the Motherland Monument of Ukraine.

It was designed by a local Russian girl and commemorates the battle of Stalingrad, and the 200 steps show us the statue symbolizes the days of war it was fought for. It measures about 82 meters (270 feet) high, and the sword is about 31 meters (105 feet) long.

• Guanyin of Mount Xiqiaos, 77 m – Foshan, China

Guan Yin is the Goddess of mercy. Guangdong is home to a Guanyin statue on Mount Xiqiao. Guanyin is the Buddhist deity representing compassion. Guanyin stands 62 m (203 ft) tall. It sits on a 15 m pedestal. The total height is 77 m. 

The statue installed on Daxian peak 292 meters above the sea level, is made of bronze. The height of the statue is 61.9 meters matching June 19 – the date of Buddha’s enlightenment. 

• Bronze Statue of Dizang 76 m – Qingyang, China

The Bronze Statue of Dizang is a 76-meter (249 feet) tall bronze statue located in Qingyang, China. The statue depicts Dizang, a bodhisattva in Buddhism who is associated with the afterlife and is believed to help guide souls to the underworld. The statue was completed in 2016 and is currently the largest bronze statue in the world.

The statue’s body is hollow, which allows visitors to climb to the top and enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding area. The statue is also equipped with elevators and stairs for easy access. It’s also known as Kṣitigarbha Bodhisattva, It’s a protector of souls in hell realms and a guide for the deceased, particularly children and miscarried or stillborn babies in East Asian Buddhism.

The statue is located in the Dizang Temple, which is a popular tourist destination and pilgrimage site for Buddhist devotees. It’s also a part of the Dizang Temple Cultural Park which is a popular tourist destination in China, with many other statues and sculptures depicting different Buddhist figures and scenes from Buddhist mythology.

• Ruyilun Guanyin, 75 m – Hong Kong, China

Ruyilun Guanyin is a 75-meter (246 feet) tall statue of the bodhisattva Guanyin located in Hong Kong, China. The statue is made of bronze and was completed in 2019. It’s also known as “The Guanyin of the South Sea of Serenity” or “The Guanyin of the South Sea of Ruyi” in Chinese.

Guanyin is a bodhisattva in Buddhism who is associated with compassion and mercy. The statue depicts Guanyin holding a vase and a fish basket, which are symbols of compassion and mercy. The statue is located on a hilltop in the New Territories region of Hong Kong and is visible from a distance. It is built on a base that is 30 meters (98 feet) high, which makes the total height of the statue to be 105 meters (344 feet).

The statue is a popular tourist destination and pilgrimage site for Buddhist devotees. The statue is surrounded by a park, which features a number of other statues and sculptures depicting different figures from Buddhist mythology. The park also features a temple and a visitor center with exhibits on the history and cultural significance of the statue and Buddhism in Hong Kong.

It’s one of the largest statues of Guanyin in the world and has become a new landmark of Hong Kong and a popular tourist spot.

• Confucius, 72 m – Qufu, China

The 72-meter (236 feet) tall statue of Confucius is a bronze statue located in Qufu, China. It was completed in 2008 and it is considered one of the largest statues in the world. The statue depicts Confucius, the ancient Chinese philosopher, teacher, and political figure who is considered the founder of Confucianism.

The statue is located in the Temple of Confucius, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most important Confucian sites in China. The temple was originally built in 478 BCE and has been expanded and renovated many times over the centuries. The statue is located in the central courtyard of the temple and is surrounded by other statues and sculptures depicting Confucius and his disciples.

The statue is made of bronze and stands on a base that is 15 meters (49 feet) high, giving it a total height of 87 meters (285 feet). The statue is also equipped with an elevator, which allows visitors to reach the top of the statue and enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding area.

Confucius is an important historical figure in Chinese history and his teachings continue to have a significant impact on Chinese culture and society. His statue is a popular tourist destination and pilgrimage site for those interested in Chinese history, culture and philosophy.

• Tong Lam Lo Son Amitabha Buddha, 42 m – Nha Trang, Vietnam

• Atatürk Mask, 42 m – Izmir, Turkiye

The Atatürk Mask is a 42-meter (137 feet) tall statue located in Izmir, Turkey. It is a statue of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder and first president of the Republic of Turkey. The statue was completed in 2017 and is made of steel.

 The statue is located in Izmir and is visible from a distance. It is also built on a base that is 15 meters (49 feet) high, which makes the total height of the statue to be 57 meters (187 feet).

The statue is a popular tourist destination and is considered as a symbol of national pride and unity by the Turkish people. Atatürk is a highly revered figure in Turkey, and his statue is seen as a tribute to his leadership and the role he played in the formation of the modern Turkish state.

It’s one of the tallest statues of Atatürk in the world and has become a new landmark of Izmir, a popular tourist spot and a pilgrimage site for those who admire Atatürk and his role in the history of Turkey.

• Cristo de la Concordia, 40 m – Cochabamba, Bolivia

The Cristo de la Concordia (Christ of Concord) is a 40-meter (131 feet) tall statue of Jesus Christ located in Cochabamba, Bolivia. The statue was completed in 1994 and is made of reinforced concrete. It is considered the second-largest statue of Jesus Christ in the world, after the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The statue depicts Jesus Christ standing with his arms open, and it is located on a hilltop in the district of Cochabamba. The statue is built on a base that is 12 meters (39 feet) high, which makes the total height of the statue to be 52 meters (171 feet). Visitors can reach the statue by taking a cable car or by climbing a staircase.

The statue is a popular tourist destination and pilgrimage site for Catholics and Christians in general. It’s also considered a symbol of hope, peace, and unity for the people of Bolivia. The statue is surrounded by a park with beautiful gardens and a panoramic view of the city of Cochabamba.

The Cristo de la Concordia is a representation of the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, which is a symbol of Christianity and one of the most famous landmarks in the world. It’s one of the tallest statues of Jesus Christ in the world, a popular tourist spot and a pilgrimage site for those who admire the figure of Jesus Christ and the message of Christianity.

• Wat Phothikyan Phut Thak Tham, 39 m – Kota Bharu, Malaysia

• Christ the Redeemer, 38 m – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor in Portuguese) is a statue of Jesus Christ located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The statue is 98 feet (30 meter) tall and its arms stretch 92 feet (28 meter) wide, and it stands on a 26-foot (8-meter) pedestal. It was completed in 1931, and it is considered one of the most famous landmarks in the world.

The statue depicts Jesus Christ standing with his arms open, and it is located on Corcovado Mountain in Tijuca Forest National Park. The statue is made of reinforced concrete and covered with a layer of soapstone. Visitors can reach the statue by taking a train or by climbing a staircase.

The statue is a popular tourist destination and pilgrimage site for Catholics and Christians in general. It’s also considered a symbol of hope, peace, and unity for the people of Brazil. The statue offers a panoramic view of the city of Rio de Janeiro, and the view from the top of the statue is considered one of the most beautiful in the world.

It’s one of the tallest statues of Jesus Christ in the world, and the most famous one. It’s a popular tourist spot and a pilgrimage site for those who admire the figure of Jesus Christ and the message of Christianity. Christ the Redeemer is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it was considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World by the New7Wonders Foundation.

• Shiva of Murudeshwara, 37.5 m – Murudeshwar, India

• Adiyogi Shiva, 34 m – Tamil Nadu, India

• Tian tan Buddha, 34 m – Hong Kong, China

• Sphinx, 20 m – Giza, Egypt

• Martin Luther King, 9.1 m – Washington D.C. USA

• Statue of David, 5.1 m, Florence, Italy