Introduction
This statue of Lord Buddha is the tallest in India and was instated by the XIV Dalai Lama in 1989. It is a meditating Buddha resting on a giant lotus, constructed using intricately carved sandstone and red granite.
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Rating
3.7 / 5.0
Distance
1 km from city center
Visit Duration
1-2 hours
Best Time
October - March
Entry Fee
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