1 / 12India has always been a land of diverse religious beliefs and values, and people from around the world have found themselves drawn to the country’s spiritual aura. Since the Hindu community worships many gods and goddesses, it is no surprise that several temples, dedicated to various deities, have been built in different parts of the world. (Image: Reuters)
2 / 12Like other deities, Lord Shiva is worshipped not just in India but also in Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Indonesia. These countries are also home to some of the tallest Lord Shiva statues. Ahead of Mahashivratri 2025, one can pay a visit to these statues and witness their grand stature. (Image: Shutterstock)
3 / 12Adiyogi Shiva Statue (Tamil Nadu): Located in Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore, the statue stands at a height of 112 feet and attracts visitors from every nook and corner of the world. It also received the title of the world’s largest bust sculpture from the Guinness World Records.
4 / 12Kailashnath Mahadev Statue (Nepal): The 142-foot Shiva bust is Asia’s tallest statue. It is located in Sangha, on the border of the Bhaktapur and Kavre districts of Nepal. Additionally, the statue is also the world’s 40th tallest structure, recognised both locally and internationally. (Image: Shutterstock)
5 / 12Mangal Mahadev (Mauritius): It is one of the most unique statues of Lord Shiva, standing at a height of 108 feet in the Ganga Talao Lake in Mauritius. The statue is said to be a “faithful” copy of the Shiva statue in Vadodara, Gujarat. Lord Shiva is seen smiling and as peaceful as ever. (Image: Shutterstock)
6 / 12Namchi Statue of Shiva (Sikkim): The towering Shiva statue stands at the centre of the Char Dham complex of Namchi, measuring up to the height of 108 feet. The white monument of Lord Shiva draws pilgrims from all over the world. (Image: Shutterstock)
7 / 12Statue of Belief (Rajasthan): One of the largest Shiva statues, the Statue of Belief, or Vishwas Swaroopam, is located within Nathdawa, 50 km away from Udaipur. The statue stands at a staggering height of 369 feet, looking majestic over all other Shiva temples globally. (Image: Shutterstock)
8 / 12Shiva of Murudeshwara (Karnataka): Standing at a height of 123 feet, the iconic Shiva statue overlooks the Arabian Sea from Kanduka Hill. Devotees frequently visit the statue to experience a divine feeling amid nature’s lap. (Image: Shutterstock)
9 / 12Shiva Koneswaram (Sri Lanka): A stunning statue of Lord Shiva welcomes devotees to the Koneswaram Temple in Sri Lanka. It rises above the hill and appears to be protecting everyone in the vicinity. The temple is also one of the five “Pancha Ishwarams” or abodes of Shiva. (Image: Shutterstock)
10 / 12Sarveshwar Mahadev Statue (Gujarat): Located in the Sursagar Lake of Vadodara, Gujarat, at a height of 120 feet, the statue is surrounded by the lake waters, symbolising peace and spirituality. The sculpture, which took six years to complete, stands on 23 pilings. (Image: Shutterstock)
11 / 12Shiva of Har Ki Pauri (Uttarakhand): A prominent landmark in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, the 100-foot Shiva statue looks stunning in the Swami Vivekananda Park, surrounded by the Ganges. The statue is beautifully illuminated at night. (Image: Shutterstock)
12 / 12Hari Hara Devasthanam (Mauritius): Located in Mauritius, the temple houses Harihara, a fusion of Lord Shiva and Vishnu. Locals in the area celebrate festivals like Mahashivratri and Diwali with great zeal. The statue is said to be 108 feet in height. (Image: Shutterstock)
