Dhyana Buddha Statue
Amaravathi, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, India
The Dhyana Buddha Statue, located in Amaravathi, Andhra Pradesh, is one of India's tallest Buddha statues, standing at 125 feet. Situated on the banks of the Krishna River, this statue is a symbol of Buddhist teachings and beliefs. It was commissioned in 2003 and completed in 2015. The statue depicts Gautama Buddha in a meditative posture, seated on a giant lotus supported by eight pillars representing the Buddha's eightfold path to salvation. The area is divided into four zones depicting the four noble truths, and the complex includes a museum, a Dhyana Mandiram, and a theme park with smaller Buddha statues.
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Special Note:
- The statue is part of a larger complex that includes a museum and a theme park.
- The area is divided into four zones depicting the four noble truths.
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How to Reach Dhyana Buddha Statue
Transportation
Emergency ContactReach by Air
The nearest airport is Vijayawada Airport, approximately 52 kilometers away. Many taxi and bus services are available from the airport to Amaravathi.
Reach by Train
The nearest railway station is Guntur, located about 32 kilometers from Amaravathi. From there, one can hire a taxi or board a bus to reach the statue.
Reach by Road
Local transport options such as auto-rickshaws and buses are available from Amaravati Bus Station, which is about 2 kilometers away.
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