Statue of unity

Описание: The Statue of Unity is a monumental statue dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a key leader in India’s freedom movement and the country’s first Deputy Prime Minister & Home Minister. He is widely known as the “Iron Man of India” for his role in uniting India’s princely states after independence. �
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📍 Location
Where: Sadhu Bet island on the Narmada River, near Kevadia, in Narmada district, Gujarat, India. �
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It’s about 100 km southeast of Vadodara and surrounded by the scenic valleys of the Satpura and Vindhya ranges. �
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📏 Height & Record
The Statue of Unity is the tallest statue in the world, standing 182 m (597 ft) high. �

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With its base and pedestal included, the total structure reaches about 240 m. �

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It’s taller than China’s Spring Temple Buddha and nearly twice the height of the Statue of Liberty in the USA. �
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📅 History
Announced: 2010 by Narendra Modi (then Chief Minister of Gujarat). �

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Construction: Began in 2013 and took around 33 months to complete, carried out by Larsen & Toubro. �

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Inaugurated: 31 October 2018 — Sardar Patel’s 143rd birth anniversary — by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. �

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🏛️ Features & Attractions
The statue has multiple public zones, including an exhibition area, museum, and observation gallery with panoramic views. �

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Around the site are gardens, a Valley of Flowers, river cruises, and audio-visual exhibits. �

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Evening light and sound shows narrate India’s unity story. �

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🎟️ Visitor Info
Tickets can be booked online or onsite via the official ticket portal. �
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The complex is generally open 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM. �
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Best time to visit: October to March for pleasant weather. �
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🚗 How to Reach
By Air: Nearest airport – Vadodara Airport (~90 km). �

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By Train: Kevadiya Railway Station (~7 km). �

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By Road: Well-connected through buses, taxis, and highways. �
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🌍 Significance
The statue not only honors Sardar Patel’s legacy but also symbolizes India’s unity and engineering excellence, making it a major global tourist destination. �
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