STATUE OF UNITY

The Statue of Unity, designed by the renowned Indian sculptor Ram V Sutar, is a massive statue of one of the most respected 18th-century Indian freedom fighters Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The statue of the erstwhile first Deputy Prime Minister of free India was inaugurated on his 143rd birth anniversary.

The statue, standing at a height of almost 790 ft. (including the base), is the tallest statue in the world that is visible from the space making it one of the must-visit places to visit in Gujarat! Visitors are allowed to go up to the viewing gallery that is located near the chest height of the statue located at around 500 ft. for close views of the statue and the surrounding Satpura and Vindhya ranges.

Highlights of the place: There is a museum here that has over 2000 pictures from the life of Sardar Patel. Visit the Valley of Flowers, which is a 17-kilometre long patch of flowers. Don’t miss to attend the sound and light laser show, conducted 7 pm each day that bathes the statue in millions of colours. Enjoy a 10-minute helicopter ride and a boat ride in the Narmada River to enjoy stunning views of the statue.

Location: Sardar Sarovar Dam, Statue of Unity Road, Kevadia, Gujarat.