The "Maha" Shiva Statues Of The World

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By Anjana Ns

Tuesday, March 1, 2011, 16:29

With Maha Shivratri being celebrated all over the country, millions of devotees will be longing to see some of the tallest Shiva statues in the world. These Shiva murtis are giant wonders and are major attraction to the tourists across the globe.

Shiva is called the “Destroyer", the ultimate yogi and his devotees, on Maha Shivratri, visit temples, observe fast and offer prayers all night. According to sacred books, the devotees should visit temple on the sacred day and then break the fast. But if you are unable to do so simply take a look at these tallest shiva statues in the world.

Tallest Shiva Statues In The World -

1. Shiva Kailash Nath Mahadev at Sanga in Nepal – 143 feet (43.5 meter)

2. Shiva at Murudeshwara in Karnataka, India – 122 feet (37 meter)

3. Shiva as Mangal Mahadev in Ganga Talao, Mauritius– 108 feet (33 meter)

4. Shiva of the Har-ki-Pauri in Uttarakhand, India – 100 feet (30.5 meter)

5. Shiva statue in Delhi, India - 74 feet (23 meter)

6. Shiva at Kemp Fort in Karnataka, India - 65 ft (19.81 meter)

The next time you plan to travel, do not miss to visit these tallest shiva statues in the world.