The world's tallest Ganesha statue is not in India but in this country; its height is equal to that of a 12-storey building

Do you know where the World's Tallest Ganesha Idol is located? The first answer that would come to mind would be India. But what if we say that this answer is wrong? Actually, the tallest idol of Lord Ganesha is not in India but in some other country. Let's know the name of this country.

Ganesh Utsav (Ganesh Utsav 2025) is coming in just a few days. This year it will start on 27th August. This festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm in every state of India. This festival, which is celebrated for 10 days, is most celebrated in Maharashtra.

But do you know where the World's Tallest Ganesha Statue is located? The first answer that will come to anyone's mind is India, but it is not so. The tallest statue of Vighnaharta is not in India, but in some other country. Let's know where is the tallest statue of Lord Ganesha is.

Where is the tallest statue of Lord Ganesha?

The world's tallest statue of Lord Ganesha is located in Khlong Khuen Ganesh International Park in Chachoengsao Province, Thailand. The statue is about 39 meters (128 feet) tall, of which the height of the statue is about 30 meters and the rest of the height is its huge pedestal. Its grandeur can be gauged from the fact that it is as tall as a 12-storey building.

What is special about this statue?

Another specialty of this statue is that it is made from 854 bronze pieces. In this statue, Lord Ganesha has four hands, in which he is holding sugarcane, mango, jackfruit, and banana, which are considered to be the symbols of agriculture and greenery of Thailand. A huge mouse is also seated near the feet of the statue, which has a modak in its hands. Not only this, the park in which this statue is located is spread over about 40,000 sq. m. and is one of the most famous parks of Thailand.

This is a beautiful example of the influence of India on Thailand's culture and religion. Buddhism is predominant in Thailand, but people here have deep faith in Hindu deities, especially Lord Ganesha. Ganeshji is known as 'Phra Phikanet' in Thailand and is worshipped as a god of success, prosperity, and the remover of obstacles.

How to reach Khuen Ganesh International Park?

To go here from Bangkok, you have to book a train to Chachoengsao, from where you can easily reach this park by taking a cab or tuk-tuk. You can also come here by bus or taxi.

PC:Jagran