Top 10 Largest Statues in the World

This 128-meter-tall (420 feet) bronze statue is located in Lushan County, China. The sculpture was completed in 2008 and features a sitting Buddha with open arms, symbolizing compassion. Built by more than 1,000 workers, the statue consists of over 500 tons of bronze alloy and is considered one of the largest bronze statues in the world. A unique feature of this statue is its ability to move slightly during typhoons due to its foundation being designed to flex with wind pressure.

Located on the banks of the Narmada River in Gujarat, India, this 182-meter-tall (597 feet) bronze sculpture was completed in 2018 and celebrates Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's contributions to Indian unity. Built by a team of over 3,000 workers, the statue features an integrated solar panel system that powers its lighting, making it self-sustaining. The foundation of this massive structure weighs around 17,350 tons.

Another bronze statue in China, this 51-meter-tall (167 feet) lion statue was completed in 2011 and is part of a larger complex. Built to honor Buddhist traditions and folklore from Southeast Asia, the lions are said to have been born from fire and magic. The total construction work required over 4,700 tons of bronze.

Situated at Tower Hill in San Francisco, California, this 42-meter-tall (138 feet) stainless steel sculpture was completed in 2003 and symbolizes freedom and democracy. Designed by artist Iain S. Macmillan, the statue features a single figure standing on top of an unbroken chain. Built using 6,000 pounds of copper to protect against corrosion.

One of the most enigmatic ancient monuments in Egypt, this 20-meter-tall (66 feet) limestone statue was constructed for Pharaoh Khufu around 2500 BC and remains an important cultural symbol. Initially thought to have been built as a colossal head with a full body, recent studies suggest it may be older than initially believed. Made of granite blocks weighing up to 2.5 tons each.

Standing in Rio de Janeiro's Tijuca Forest, Brazil, this 30-meter-tall (98 feet) Art Deco statue was completed in 1931 and is an iconic symbol of Christianity. Designed by French sculptor Paul Landowski, it took a team of over 400 workers six years to complete. It stands on top of Corcovado Mountain.

As part of the Great Wall of China's watchtowers, this 32-meter-tall (105 feet) lion statue was completed in 2001 and features a series of intricate bronze carvings. Built by over 30 sculptors from across China, it protects travelers and serves as a guardian of good luck. The figure is adorned with gold ornaments.

In Phnom Penh, Cambodia, this 13-meter-tall (43 feet) bronze sculpture was completed in 2001 and features multiple representations of the Buddhist pantheon. Built using 300 tons of cast bronze alloy to reduce environmental impact, it showcases a unique blend of local sculptures with those from ancient India.

Situated off Egypt's Ras Mohammed National Park, this 18-meter-tall (59 feet) underwater statue was completed in 2004 and serves as an artificial reef for marine life conservation. Created by Egyptian engineer Mohammed Abdou El Samad, the coral structure weighs about 4 million tons.

In Skopje, North Macedonia, this 14-meter-tall (46 feet) granite sculpture was completed in 2009 and symbolizes multiculturalism and coexistence. Commissioned by then-Prime Minister Nikola Gruevski, the monument honors tolerance, diversity, and peace among nations.