The tallest statues in the world blend faith, history, and architecture into awe-inspiring landmarks. Read on to discover these breathtaking creations.

Some statues are larger-than-life, standing hundred of feet in height. Here's a guide to some of the tallest on the planet, including one in the U.S.

Some statues are larger-than-life, standing hundred of feet in height. Here's a guide to some of the tallest on the planet, including one in the U.S.

Explore the historical and cultural significance of the tallest statues in the world, such as India's Statue of Unity, China's Spring Temple Buddha, and Myanmar's Laykyun Sekkya. These monumental ...

Explore the historical and cultural significance of the world's tallest statues, such as India's Statue of Unity, China's Spring Temple Buddha, and Myanmar's Laykyun Sekkya. These monumental ...

In 1982, a Japanese businessman unveiled one of the tallest statues in the world called the World Peace Giant Kannon in Awaji Island, Japan. Show more In 1982, a Japanese businessman unveiled one ...

The Statue of Liberty arrived in New York by ship on this day in history, June 17, 1885. Construction would take some time, as the pedestal was still being built.

The giant statue of Sardar Vallabhai Patel is most impressive and a trip to the viewing gallery on top is the high point of a trip to Kevadia, Gujarat.

The world has several tall statues that are not engineering marvels, but have also been erected with a spirit of peace and unity.

The statue looks every bit as formidable in sculpted form. It is one of the tallest statues of an American statesman, and travelers often pull over for photos with the Lone Star icon.