What to expect
Adiyogi Shiva Statue
A 112-foot steel bust of Shiva at the Isha Yoga Center at the foot of the Velliangiri Hills, recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest bust statue in the world.
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Plan Adiyogi Shiva Statue
Typeheritage
Nearest baseAnaikatti
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree — indicative, confirm on site
Nearest town/baseAnaikatti
DistrictCoimbatore
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A 112-foot steel bust of Shiva at the Isha Yoga Center at the foot of the Velliangiri Hills, recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest bust statue in the world.
Adiyogi Shiva Statue is planned from Anaikatti, one of the travel bases in Coimbatore district. Use Anaikatti for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Adiyogi Shiva Statue — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM–8:00 PM daily
Best timeOct–Mar
Entry: Free — indicative, confirm on site
Getting here
How to reach Adiyogi Shiva Statue
~30 km from Coimbatore Junction (CBE) railway station and Coimbatore International Airport (CJB); auto/taxi to Isha Yoga Center, Semmedu
Combine with a Dhyanalinga visit inside the same Isha Yoga Center campus; light and sound show held some evenings
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Anaikatti or nearby in Coimbatore, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Adiyogi Shiva Statue — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Adiyogi Shiva Statue?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Adiyogi Shiva Statue?
Entry: Free — indicative, confirm on site. Timings: 6:00 AM–8:00 PM daily. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Adiyogi Shiva Statue?
Base yourself in Anaikatti or nearby in Coimbatore, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Adiyogi Shiva Statue?
About an hour.
What else is near Adiyogi Shiva Statue?
Nearby you can pair Dhyanalinga (370 m), Velliangiri Hills (Velliangiri Andavar Temple) (5.3 km), Siruvani Waterfalls and Dam (7.0 km), Nilgiri Biosphere Nature Park (13.9 km).
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- Adiyogi Shiva Statue:Prabhuthiru57 · CC BY-SA 4.0