Tallest Hanuman statue in USA: A 25-foot statue of Lord Hanuman has arrived at the Om Sri Sai Balaji temple and culture center in Monroe, New Jersey, before the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
US: 25-feet statue of Lord Hanuman reaches temple in Monroe ahead of Pran Pratishtha ceremony
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The statue is made of a single stone and weighs 15 tons. It is the largest indoor statue in the United States.
The arrival of the statue coincides with the Pran Pratishtha ceremony, which is a ceremony to install the idol of Lord Ram in the new Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. The ceremony is taking place on January 21, 2024.
Tallest Hanuman statue in USA Interesting Facts
| Location | Hockessin in the state of Delaware |
| Height | 25 feet high |
| Weight | 45 tons |
| Cost | $100,000 |
The Hindu community in the United States is celebrating the Pran Pratishtha ceremony with several events, including car rallies and billboard displays.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be performing the rituals marking the Pran Pratishtha. A team of priests led by Lakshmikant Dixit will lead the main rituals.
A towering statue of Lord Hanuman, crafted in India and shipped across the ocean, has finally found its home in the United States.
The magnificent statue, carved from a single block of black granite, stands 25 feet tall and weighs a hefty 30,000 kilograms. Its journey from Warangal in Telangana, India, to Hockessin in Delaware, was a labor of love and devotion, costing over $100,000.
The installation of the statue was a grand affair, celebrated with ten days of religious ceremonies in Hockessin. Hundreds of devotees gathered to witness the unveiling of this awe-inspiring symbol of their faith.
The Hanuman statue is now a permanent fixture in the Hindu Temple of Delaware, a testament to the vibrant Hindu community in the United States. It serves as a place of worship, reflection, and cultural pride for Hindus in the region.
Here are some additional details that you might find interesting:
- The statue was carved by a team of skilled artisans over one year.
- It is the tallest statue of Lord Hanuman in the United States.
- The black granite used for the statue was sourced from a quarry in Warangal.
- The ten-day installation ceremony included traditional rituals, prayers, and cultural performances.
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FAQ’s
Which is the tallest Hanuman statue in the world?
The title of the tallest Hanuman statue in the world currently belongs to the colossal Madapam Hanuman Statue in Andhra Pradesh, India!.his magnificent statue stands at a staggering 171 feet (52 meters) tall, towering over the banks of the Vamsadhara River in the Srikakulam district.
How many feet is the Hanuman statue in Mandapam?
The Hanuman statue in Mandapam stands tall at a mighty 176 feet (54 meters)!
Which is the tallest Hindu statue in the world?
The title of tallest Hindu statue in the world belongs to the Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) statue in Bali, Indonesia!
This magnificent monument stands at a breathtaking 122 meters (400 feet) tall, including its pedestal base. It depicts the Hindu deity Vishnu riding his mythical eagle Garuda, symbolizing spiritual ascension and divine knowledge.
Which is the tallest God statue in the world?
Tallest statue depicting any deity: This title belongs to the Spring Temple Buddha in China, at an astonishing 208 meters (682 feet). It represents Vairocana, a celestial Buddha.
Which is the second tallest Hindu deity statue in the world?
As of today, January 26, 2024, the second tallest Hindu deity statue in the world is the Viswas Swaroopam statue in Nathdwara, Rajasthan, India.
Which is the tallest statue in India?
The title of the tallest statue in India belongs to the Statue of Unity, located near the Narmada Dam in Gujarat.
This colossal monument stands at a staggering 182 meters (597 feet) tall, depicting Vallabhbhai Patel, the first Deputy Prime Minister of India and a key figure in the country’s independence movement.
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