At 33 feet, Bihar is home to the world’s tallest monolithic Shivling carved from a single stone, while the tallest constructed Shivling stands at 111.2 feet at the Maheshwaram Sri Siva Parvathi Temple in Chenkal, Kerala. However, Kashi will soon surpass both these records. Varanasi is set to become home to the world’s tallest Shivling as part of an ambitious new development project. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
Varanasi To Get World’s Tallest Shivling
Often regarded as one of the world’s oldest living cities and the land of Lord Shiva, Varanasi is set to become home to the world’s tallest Shivling. According to NDTV, the Varanasi Municipal Corporation is developing a world-class urban park spread across 20 acres at an estimated cost of ₹100 crore. The ambitious project will also feature the world’s tallest Shivling as its centrepiece.
The park will be developed on a park belonging to the Bhelupur Water Supply Department in Varanasi and has already been approved by the state government. As per reports online, the upcoming Shivling in Varanasi will be about 130 ft tall, making it the world’s tallest. If all things go as planned, then the Shiva-themed park will be completed within the next eight to nine months.
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Park To Have Museum, Gallery & More
Beyond housing the world’s tallest Shivling, the upcoming Shiva-themed park in Varanasi is set to feature a range of attractions that could make it a major spiritual and tourism landmark. To spark interest in space science and astronomy among younger visitors, the park will include a planetarium. Plans are also underway for a modern digital museum showcasing Kashi’s rich heritage, historic temples and mythological narratives.
The area surrounding the Shivling will feature a scenic walking trail, a laser show projected onto the structure, high-tech play zones for children, an open-air art gallery and a food court. The park will also highlight the achievements of Padma Award recipients and other notable personalities from Kashi, offering visitors a glimpse into the city’s cultural and intellectual legacy.
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So, are you excited about this upcoming park in Varanasi? Let us know in the comments.
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Where is the world's tallest Shivling being built?
The world's tallest Shivling is set to be built in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, as part of a large-scale Shiva-themed urban park project.
Which is currently the world's tallest Shivling?
The tallest constructed Shivling is located at the Maheshwaram Sri Siva Parvathi Temple in Kerala. It stands at 111.2 feet and is one of the tallest Shiva monuments in the world.
Which is the world's tallest monolithic Shivling?
Bihar is home to the world's tallest monolithic Shivling, carved from a single stone. It stands about 33 feet tall.