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Buddha Statue

Buddha Statue
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  • Timings : 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : No fee
  • My Holiday HappinessDistance from near by city 1.5 KMs From Hyderabad
  • My Holiday HappinessTrip duration (including travel in hours)1 Hour
  • My Holiday HappinessTransportation Options21 Seater Coach, Sedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
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The Buddha Statue is one of the most famous sights in Hyderabad. It is situated in the centre of Hussain Sagar Lake, which is a wonderful attraction for tourists. The height of this Buddha Statue is 72 feet or 22 meters tall, and its weight exceeds over 450 tons. It is famous as the biggest single-stone Statue of Buddha in India and the whole world.

They placed it on the Rock of Gibraltar in Lake Hussain Sagar. The planners intended to place the Statue in the middle of the lake, but building problems forced them to position it closer to the NTR Memorial Gardens.

Significance of the Buddha Statue 

Only a few people know that the Buddha statue in Hussain Sagar is also a holy destination. In 2006, the Dalai Lama, who is the spiritual leader of the world, blessed it. 

Sri Late N. T. built this huge figure of Gautam Buddha in Hyderabad. Rama Rao was the chief minister of Andhra Pradesh at the time. He got the idea to make this huge figure of Buddha while he was in New York, where the stunning beauty of the figure of Liberty inspired him. It was after this visit that he became very interested in having a symbol that could show both how rich our culture is and how deep our unique history goes.

History

The one-piece Buddha figure in Hyderabad, India, is on Hussain Sagar Lake and is one of the biggest in the country. It is 58 feet tall and weighs 450 tons. It was cut out of a single granite rock. The Statue, which was put up in 1992, stands for peace and unity. N.T. Rama Rao came up with the plan. He used to be the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. 

Boat Ride

Take a peaceful boat ride to the beautiful Buddha Statue in Hyderabad, which is on Hussain Sagar Lake. Adding this to your Hyderabad tour package will make the trip more memorable by giving you peace and beautiful views.

Symbolism and Religious Importance of the Buddha Statue

The Buddha Statue in Hyderabad stands for unity, peace, and kindness. It is religious enlightenment both for the tourists and the religious adherents. The Statue is a landmark for culture that symbolizes moral lessons in Buddhism and teaches a person to be mindful and calm within.

Best Times to Visit

As one of the places to visit in Hyderabad, the Buddha Statue stands for peace, kindness, and harmony. In the evening, colored lights illuminate the Statue, creating a beautiful sight. Seeing the lit-up Buddha in the water is a one-of-a-kind event that you should attend.

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