About Sardar Patel

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was an Indian National Congress leader – until his death. Many historians like Ramchandra Guha, thinks it is ironic that Sardar Patel is being claimed by the BJP when he “was himself a lifelong Congressman”. Congress leader Shashi Tharoor alleged that BJP was trying to ‘hijack’ the legacy of freedom fighters and national heroes like Patel as they have no leaders of their own in history to celebrate.

Many opposition leaders see vested interests in the right-wing party’s effort to appropriate Sardar Patel and depict the Nehru family in a bad light. Built at a cost of Rs. 2,989 crore, the statue depicts Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s first Home Minister, wearing a traditional dhoti and shawl, towering over the Narmada River. At 182-metre, the statue is touted as the World’s Tallest Statue – it is 177 feet higher than China’s Spring Temple Buddha, currently the world’s tallest statue. Iron was collected from all over the country for the statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, also known as the Iron Man of India.

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About Statue Of Unity

The Statue of Unity is a colossal statue of Indian statesman and independence activist Vallabhbhai Patel, who was the first deputy prime minister and home minister of independent India and an adherent of Mahatma Gandhi during the nonviolent Indian independence movement. Patel was highly respected for his leadership in uniting 562 princely states of India with a major part of the former British Raj to form the single Union of India. The Statue of Unity is the World’s Tallest Statue, with a height of 182 metres (597 feet). It is located in the state of Gujarat, India, on the Narmada River facing the Sardar Sarovar Dam.

Design & Architect

The Statue of Unity has been designed by renowned sculptor Ram Vanji Sutar. Sutar was honoured with Padma Bhushan in 2016 and Padma Shri in 1999 for his valuable contribution in the field of art. Sutar has designed more than 50 sculptures in his career all over the world including the statue of Mahatma Gandhi inside the Parliament complex. Depicting Sardar Patel wearing a traditional dhoti and shawl, towering over the mighty Narmada river, looking out towards the world as a commanding yet humble, unfazed, and unafraid leader.

Construction

The statue is a structural system consisting of two semi-elliptical reinforced concrete cores. It also has a reinforced concrete podium that acts as a base for the statue clad in bronze, supported by structural steelwork fixed on to the concrete cores. About 21,0000 m3 of concrete, 18,500 tonnes of reinforcement, 6500 tonnes of structural steel, and 1800 tonnes of bronze were utilized for the construction of the statue. It took 13 months for the design process and the actual construction was completed in just 33 months. The construction of the Statue of Unity was completed in 2018. Total cost of the statue of unity is around 3000 crore.

Farmers Contributions

Sardar Patel was called Loh Purush or Iron Man of India, because he stood strong and did not bow in to any kind of pressure in the way of Uniting Bharat. He always respects farmers and always with them when the British government harasses them. Sardar Patel was Loh Purush (Iron Man) and individual farmers also willing to contribute to the statue of unity. That’s why Narendra Modi offers farmers to contribute to the statue of unity by using farmer’s iron pieces into the statue of unity. Modi then made clear that it is not any piece of iron that he is seeking but a piece of iron from the farm equipment that has been used by the farmer in a village. This was collected from all over the country during the period 31st October 2013 to 26th January 2014.

The Challenges

Natural factors like wind and earthquakes posed stiff challenges. Situated right in the middle of the river Narmada, the statue is exposed to the tunnel effect of winds blowing down the river. Studies of wind patterns over the years revealed wind speeds of 39 m per second (roughly translated into 130 km/hr. ) could buffet the statue in a worst-case scenario. To arrest any sway of such a tall structure, two Tuned Mass Dampers of 250 tonnes each have been used. In any given situation, all the four corners of the base raft remain rooted to the ground.

Completion

After the hard work of 3300 people constantly for about 33 months, spending around 3000 crore, using 180,000 cu. m. of cement concrete, 18,500 tonnes of reinforced steel, 6,500 tonnes of structured steel, 1,700 tonnes of bronze and 1,850 tonnes of bronze cladding, The world’s tallest statue with the height of 182 meter is standing near river narmada facing side at sardar sarovar dam. The inaugural ceremony was held on 31 October 2018 (143rd birth anniversary of Vallabhbhai Patel), and was presided over by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Inside The Statue of Unity

Viewing Gallery

The Viewing Gallery at Statue of Unity has been designed in a way so that viewers can enjoy the natural surroundings. There are no obstacles or a glass installed on the facade of the viewing gallery. It has been kept open for the simple reason that people can enjoy the experience of watching the natural beauty from such a height. The Observation Deck is situated at the height of about 135 meters near the chest of the Sardar Patel Statue to reach their high-speed elevators are available. The viewing gallery accommodates nearly 200 people at a time and can watch a view of the Satpura and Vindhyachal mountains ranges.

Museum

There is the Museum in Statue of Unity campus site in Gujarat’s Kevadiya colony to showcase recollection of history that made the dream of united India possible. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the first home minister and deputy prime minister of Independent India, is credited with merging 550 princely states into the Union of India. The Museum at Statue of Unity will showcase related documents signed in presence of Sardar Patel, the photograms, precious items, artefacts, glimpses of forts and palaces, weapons and gifts of royals etc. It will also have the latest 3D mapping projection, holography, augmented reality, audio-video and controlled light system etc attractions.

Laser Show

The Laser Show at the Statue of Unity illuminates the structure of 182- meter height. The laser show is conducted in the evening time. The Laser Light and Sound Show will show the journey of Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel and its role to create India as a nation from various subcontinents. The show uses statues as a canvas with a beautiful mixture of laser lights, sound, graphics, and storytelling. The 30-minute show leaves the viewers spellbound. There are a total of 51 high-resolution projectors using in the show. All of them are fixed at a distance of 600 meters. The show started at 6.45 pm and ended at 7.15 pm.

Wall of Unity

The Wall of Unity, which is being constructed from the soil collected from around one and a half lakh villages from the country. The soil was collected from 1,69,078 villages and iron from used agricultural implements of farmers from different states of the country. Sardar Patel contributed in a unique way to strengthen the mantra of unity and integrity of the nation. The Wall of Unity has been constructed in the premises of the world’s tallest Statue- “Statue of Unity”, to be established globally at Kevadiya Colony.

Interesting Fact of Statue of Unity

The Statue of Unity height is 182 meters, nearly 597 feet. The total height of the statue is 240 m with the base height of 58 meters which is nearly 190 feet. The height of 182 meters is kept as the Gujarat state has 182 numbers of seats in the Gujarat Legislative Assembly.

The Observation Deck is situated at the height of about 135 meters near the chest of the Sardar Patel Statue to reach their high-speed elevators are available. From the observation deck, the tourist can watch a panoramic view of the entire Narmada river, dam and surrounding hills.

The statue is built to withstand winds of up to 180 kilometers per hour (110 mph) and earthquakes measuring 6.5 on the Richter scale which is at a depth of 10 km and within a radius of 12 km of the statue. This is aided by the use of two 250-tonne tuned mass dampers which ensure maximum stability.

The Otis Asia Pacific installed the Lift Elevators at the Statue of Unity. This company is nearly 165 years old. The two high-speed lifts, with a capacity of 26 passengers, takes under 40 seconds to rise 400 feet to the viewers enclosure on the chest of the world’s tallest statue.

5,700 tonnes structural steel, 25,000 tonnes of iron and 90,000 tonnes cement have been used in the statue, 1,850 tonnes of bronze cladding is also used that is made up of some 565 macro & 6,000 micro panels.

The Statue of Unity will turn from its original bronze colour to green in 100 years due to a natural aging process. There is nothing unusual about the change in colour. The Statue of Liberty was originally dull brown in colour and turned green in about 30 years due to oxidation.

Statue of Unity Transformation

The Statue of Unity will turn from its original bronze colour to green in 100 years due to a natural aging process. The Statue will gradually turn bluish-green, due to copper and oxidation process. In fact, the feet have already started turning green!

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Statue of Unity Capacity

Studies of wind patterns over the years revealed wind speeds of 39 m per second (roughly translated into 130 km/hr. ) could buffet the statue in a worst-case scenario. The statue has been engineered to withstand wind speeds of up to 50 m per second (almost 180 km/hr. ). The challenge is not only of the wind blowing against the statue but the succession effect it creates at the back of the statue that had to be considered in the structural design.

Natural factors like earthquakes posed stiff challenges. The Statue of Unity can also survive earthquakes measuring up to 6.5 on the Richter Scale, at a depth of 10 km and within a radius of 12 km of the statue. To arrest any sway of such a tall structure, two Tuned Mass Dampers of 250 tonnes each have been used. In any given situation, all the four corners of the base raft remain rooted to the ground.

Main Attractions of Statue of Unity

Sardar Sarovar Dam

8:00AM to 6:00PM

4 KM From SOU

The Sardar Sarovar Dam is a concrete gravity dam built on the Narmada river in Navagam near Kevadiya, Narmada District, Gujarat in India. The Sardar Sarovar project was a vision of the first deputy prime minister of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

Viewing Gallery

8:00AM to 6:00PM

0 KM from SOU

The viewing gallery at statue of unity has been designed in a way so that viewers can enjoy the natural surroundings. There are no obstacles or a glass installed on the facade of the viewing gallery. It has been kept…..

Museum

8:00AM to 6:00PM

0 KM From SOU

There is the Museum in Statue of Unity campus site in Gujarat’s Kevadiya colony to showcase recollection of history that made the dream of united India possible. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s Statue or the Statue of Unity & the Museum was inaugurated near the Narmada Dam in Gujarat in 2018 by PM Modi on Sardar Patel’s 143rd birth anniversary

Valley of Flowers

9:30AM to 6:00PM

40 Km. From SOU

Valley of Flowers at Statue of Unity is one of the major Attractions Near Statue of Unity located at Kevadia Colony in Gujarat. At present in the first phase, the Valley of Flowers is developed in 250 hectares of the area; in the later phase it is going to develop in 3000 hectares the total area of the

Jungle Safari

8:00AM to 5:00PM

3 Km. From SOU

The Jungle Safari is a state-of-the art zoological park with a unique collection of indigenous and exotic animals, birds from various biogeographic regions in the world. It will take you through an adventurous trip to watch wildlife while enjoying scenic beauty that is only found at highlands near Sardar Sarovar Dam & The tallest statue “The Statue Of Unity”. This zoo provides entertainment

Arogya Van

9:00AM to 5:00PM

2 Km. From SOU

The Arogya Van – Santhigiri Wellness Center (Herbal Garden) at the Statue of Unity is a place where you can find medicinal and health-related plants. This attraction near statue of unity exhibits a wide range and variety of herbs used in wellness care for humans as well as some landscapes that

Butterfly Garden

9:00AM to 5:00PM

12 Km. From SOU

The Butterfly Garden along the banks of Narmada river, has been developed in a way to create an environment that attracts butterflies, creating a habitat for them. This Butterfly Garden Near Statue of Unity is designed with many plants and flowers of various colors in order to provide food

Ekta Nursery

9:00AM to 6:00PM

6 Km. From SOU

The Ekta Nursery at the Statue of Unity is an educational center that offers demonstrations on how to care for plants. It also creates jobs and opportunities for locals while spreading awareness about eco-friendly practices through its one million plant

Pet Zone

8:00AM to 5:00PM

3 Km. From SOU

Touch, feel, photograph and enjoy the experience of cuddling your favorite animals. It houses different exotic species of animals including Macaw, Rabbits, Guinea Pig, Miniature Pony, Turkey and Geese etc. The petting zone has been provided with exquisite landscaping which increases the visitors’ experience.

Dino Trail

9:00AM to 5:00PM

3 Km. From SOU

Recent excavations in the Narmada valley, have revealed that Rajasaurus Narmadensis, an endemic species of dinosaur, was existing in the Narmada valley during the Cretaceous period. The K-period spanned between the Jurassic period and the Paleogene Period.In the History – Rajasaurus Narmadensis is a species of carnivorous abelisaurid theropod dinosaur from the late Cretaceous of India. Not many of us are

Nearby Attractions of Statue of Unity

Nilkanth Dham Temple

9:30 AM to 8:00 PM

40 Km. From SOU

Nilkanth Dham is one of the beautiful constructions established on the lands of Poicha. Poicha is a lovely Swaminarayan Temple that works over huge sections of land. It is dedicated to Lord Swamy Narayan. Nilkanth Dham is situated at the Narmada river. It is around 45 KM away from the Statue of Unity.

Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary

9:30 AM to 8:00 PM

110 KM from SOU

Established in 1982, the Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary Near Statue of Unity is made up of a mixed forest of teak, riverine forest and deciduous dry jungles that are inhabited by leopards, sloth bears, pangolins, barking deer and a number of birds and reptiles. Head northeast from Surat’s city to the border of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, where the Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary spreads over 608sq km. It was originally established for the protection of sloth bears.

Garudeshwar Temple

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

12KM From SOU

Garudeshwar is a sacred place to all devotees of Lord Dattatreya. It is the place where Paramahamsa Parivrajakacharya Sree Vasudevananda Saraswathy Swami Maharaj took his Samadhi. The Samadhi Mandir is on the banks of Narmada river. Garudeshwar is situated to the south of Tilakvada and to the east of Rajpipla.

Laxmi Vilas Palace

10:00 AM to 5:30 PM

88 KM from SOU

The Lakshmi Vilas Palace in Vadodara, Gujarat, India, was constructed by the Gaekwad family, a prominent Maratha family, who ruled the Baroda State. Major Charles Mant was credited to be the main architect of the palace. Lakshmi Vilas Palace was styled on the Indo-Saracenic Revival architecture, built by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III in 1890 at a cost of £180,000 (₹27,00,000).

Zarwani Eco-Tourism

7:00 AM to 8:00 PM

17 KM from SOU

Zarwani Waterfalls: Zarvani, situated amidst the Satpuda mountain range, is a popular spot among tourists and nature lovers from Gujarat. It flourishes to its full grandeur in monsoon when the waterfall attracts lots of tourists. Zarvani village is situated near the Narmada dam in Narmada District and is a part of the Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary which has been declared as an Eco-tourism site.

Khalvani Adventure Zone

7:00 AM to 8:00 PM

17 KM from SOU

Khalwani Eco-Tourism is located near the Dyke -4, along the bank of a perennial stream fed by the waters released from the Godbole Gate. The area is surrounded by hillocks bearing typical deciduous forests of this area. The chirping of birds, the flowing waters of Narmada, the undulating terrain and the various shades of green foliage makes this place ideal for camping and hiking. The proximity of Shoolpaneshwar Sanctuary will hold sway for wildlife enthusiasts.

Hotels Near Statue of Unity

Statue of Unity Tent City

Located near River Narmada at Kevadia district, Gujarat, the Statue of Unity Tent City is surrounded by river Narmada on one side, The Best Accommodation Near the Statue of Unity while the breathtaking Vindyachal and Satpuda mountain ranges embrace its other horizon. Experience grandeuer in every sense whether it be through your stay at the Swiss cottage of Tent City Statue of Unity that offers you a luxurious hospitality or by just merely soaking inspiration from the tallest statue in the world located in the close proximity.

Tent City Narmada

Beautifully located in the valley surrounded by hills, lakes and scenic environs, Tent City Narmada at Statue of Unity offers close-to-nature experience with its well-appointed and luxurious tents. An array of exquisite tents nestling in the valleys – Narmada Tent City is the best way to sample the beauty of natural environs and interesting excursions around the site with a wide range of Packages of Narmada Tent City, starting from quick one-day getaways to lazy two-day escapes from the city.

The Fern Sardar Sarovar Resort

The Fern Sardar Sarovar Resort Kevadia, Gujarat is located in Kevadia called as a Best Place to Stay Near the Statue of Unity and has a shared lounge and a garden. Check-in is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Continental and buffet breakfast options are available every morning at the resort at Statue of Unity.

Ramada Encore By Wyndham

Ramada Encore at Statue of Unity comes up with luxurious rooms. The River Side Rooms in Ramada Encore at Statue of Unity are a nice option and it starts from ₹9,000. The Garden View Rooms in Ramada Encore at Statue of Unity start from ₹9,000. The garden facing room helps you to explore the unending scenic view. Here, you can enjoy certain amenities and thus you can explore the Statue of Unity with complete peace of mind. You can enjoy some nice time at the swimming pool and it makes you feel refreshed.

BRG Budget Stay Kevadiya

As the name suggests, Hotel BRG BUDGET Stay is one of the newest and most budget friendly hotel that offers luxurious property at Kevadiya, which is just 2 km away from the gateway of the Statue of Unity. This Hotel is highly affordable to Luxury Bus Travelers, Students, Groups Visiting the Statue Of Unity who have a limited budget. The accommodation in the statue of unity is offered @ Rupees 470/- Per Person Per Night. Moreover tourists can enjoy food at reasonable rates in the Multi Cuisine Restaurant which is available in the same premises.

Hotel Unity Inn

Hotel Unity Inn is a good choice for travellers looking for a budget accomodation in Rajpipla. It is located in Garudeshwar. From all the Budget hotels in Rajpipla, hotel unity inn is very much popular among the tourists. A smooth check-in/check-out process, flexible policies and friendly management garner great customer satisfaction for this property. The Hotel has standard Check-In time as 12:00 PM and Check-Out time as 10:00 AM

The Grand Unity Hotel

The Grand Unity Hotel features accommodations in Kevadia. Featuring a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The accommodations offer a 24-hour front desk and room service for guests. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. All guest rooms in The Grand Unity Hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Guests at the accommodations can enjoy buffet food.

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Main Attractions of Statue of Unity

Sardar Sarovar Dam

8:00AM to 6:00PM

4 KM From SOU

Viewing Gallery

8:00AM to 6:00PM

0 KM from SOU

Museum

8:00AM to 6:00PM

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Valley of Flowers

9:30AM to 6:00PM

40 Km. From SOU

Jungle Safari

8:00AM to 5:00PM

3 Km. From SOU

Arogya Van

9:00AM to 5:00PM

2 Km. From SOU

Butterfly Garden

9:00AM to 5:00PM

12 Km. From SOU

Ekta Nursery

9:00AM to 6:00PM

6 Km. From SOU

Pet Zone

8:00AM to 5:00PM

3 Km. From SOU

Dino Trail

9:00AM to 5:00PM

3 Km. From SOU

Nearby Attractions of Statue of Unity

Nilkanth Dham Temple

Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary

Garudeshwar Temple

Laxmi Vilas Palace

Zarwani Eco-Tourism

Khalvani Adventure Zone

Hotels Near Statue of Unity