# Record-Breaking Statue Designs The Statue of Unity is Going to Be the World's Tallest Statue By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-04-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-worlds-tallest-statue References: [archdaily](https://www.archdaily.com/890840/construction-of-the-tallest-statue-in-the-world-continues-in-india) & [michaelgraves](https://michaelgraves.com/) When the construction of the Statue of Unity is completed, India will be the home to the world's tallest statue. At 182 meters, the [architecturally artistic marvel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-of-the-future) is almost twice the height of the Statue of Liberty. The monument depicts the Vallabhbhai “Sardar” Patel — the first deputy Prime Minister of India, and seeks to commemorate the leadership and political significance during the country's struggle for independence. Designed by Michael Graves Architecture & Design, the project will also include other tourist-friendly sites, including a hotel, a quaint [memorial garden](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/priyam-home), a visitor's center, as well as "miles of roadways and bridges to connect [the world's tallest statue] to the town of Kevadia, India." The Statue of Unity is currently being constructed and is scheduled to be completed later in 2018. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Architecturally Artistic Monuments:** There is a growing trend towards constructing architecturally artistic monuments that captivate and inspire visitors. - **Tourist-friendly Destination Development:** Developing tourist-friendly sites, such as hotels, visitor's centers, and gardens, alongside iconic statues or monuments, presents opportunities for creating unique and memorable experiences. - **Symbolic Statues as Icons of National Identity:** Many countries are investing in iconic statues that commemorate important influential figures from their history, as a mean to represent national pride and identity. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and design firms have the opportunity to showcase their creativity and skills by participating in the construction of innovative and architecturally artistic monuments. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** Developing tourist-friendly infrastructure and attractions, such as hotels and visitor's centers, can create new opportunities for growth and diversification in the tourism and hospitality industry. - **Tourist Souvenirs and Memorabilia:** The construction of iconic statues and monuments provides an opportunity for businesses to create and sell unique souvenir items and memorabilia related to these landmarks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Statues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-statue.md) - [Eiffel Tower-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eiffel-tower-lego.md) - [Late Queen-Honoring Statues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queen-elizabeth-ii-1.md) - [Stacked Concrete Memorial Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qatar-world-cup-memorial.md) - [Foot-Tall Video Game Statues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/witch-queen.md) - [White 3D-Printed Tower Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tor-alva.md) - [30-Foot Tall Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megasize-roxie.md) - [Ski Resort Crystalline Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trojena-ski-resort.md) - [Historic Contemporary Sculptural Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kawsholiday.md)