All you need to know about the world’s tallest standing Lord Ganesha
The tallest standing Lord Ganesha statue in the world stands in Khlong Khuean, Chachoengsao, Thailand, measuring 39 metres in height. It symbolises wisdom, prosperity, and divine blessings for devotees worldwide.
Constructed with bronze, the statue weighs over 1,000 tonnes, making it not only the tallest but also one of the heaviest Ganesha statues globally, reflecting immense craftsmanship and devotion.
The statue is part of the Khlong Khuean Ganesha Park, which spans vast landscaped grounds, attracting pilgrims and tourists seeking spiritual connection, peace, and blessings from the remover of obstacles.
The Lord Ganesha statue is depicted in a standing posture, which is rare compared to seated depictions, symbolising readiness, strength, and active protection of devotees in every aspect of life.
Built through the combined efforts of Thai devotees, artists, and craftsmen, the statue reflects the fusion of Hindu iconography and Thai artistry, highlighting cross-cultural reverence for the beloved elephant-headed deity.
The park surrounding the statue includes shrines, meditation halls, and prayer spaces, offering visitors a serene environment for spiritual reflection, cultural immersion, and celebrations of Lord Ganesha’s festivals annually.
Devotees believe the statue brings success, prosperity, and wisdom, making it a popular pilgrimage site for businesspeople, students, and families who come to pray for guidance and divine blessings.
The construction was funded through donations and community support, demonstrating the strong faith and devotion of Thai people toward Lord Ganesha, who is considered a powerful symbol of good fortune.
The statue has become a major cultural landmark, drawing thousands of tourists annually, boosting local tourism, and serving as a bridge between Hindu traditions and Thailand’s Buddhist-majority culture.
Festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi are celebrated in Thailand with grandeur, where devotees participate in rituals, music, and dance, reaffirming the enduring global appeal of Lord Ganesha beyond India’s cultural borders.
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