[Photo from tourismkathmandu.com]

Kailashnath Mahadev Statue claimed to be the world world's tallest Lord Shiva statue (143 ft) is situated just 20 Kms from Kathmandu Valley in Sanga, the border of Bhaktapur and Kavrepalanchok districts in Nepal. The statue is built by Mr Kamal Jain.

Shiva statue (143 feet) complex at Sanga, located 20-km east of Kathmandu, is spread in 400,000 sq feet area and houses a 16 delux room resort, spa, yoga, health club and meditation centre. It has a children’s park, physiotherapy, steam and sauna bath facilities. The statue, which is made of cement, concrete and iron is coated with zinc and copper. It depicts Lord Shiva carrying a trishul in his hand while a snake is resting on his shoulder.

An imprint of Buddha's face can be made out on the figure's chest which is a rare conincidence in a country where Hinduism and Buddhism go side by side.