Tallest Hanuman statue built in Nepalgunj
Summary
Nepal’s tallest Hanuman statue, standing 108 feet high, has been completed in Nepalgunj near Bageshwari Temple. Local officials say it will strengthen the city’s religious identity, deepen ties with Ayodhya, and boost tourism and trade.
Key Points
- Nepal’s tallest Hanuman statue, 108 feet high, has been completed in Nepalgunj’s Hanumangadhi complex near Bageshwari Temple.
- Mayor Prashant Bista said the statue is intended to establish Nepalgunj as a distinct religious destination linked to Ayodhya and the Ram-Hanuman tradition.
- The project cost Rs. 140.46 million and was contracted to Jambudip Construction Pvt. Ltd. in March 2023.
- Officials expect the completed statue and complex to attract devotees, improve local tourism, and support economic activity.
