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Birds6 Jatayu

Birds are synonymous with flight, and as such are a potent symbol and embodiment of many of humanityu2019s hopes and dreams. They connote both the human and the divine spirit through their soaring freedom of movement, and their linking of earth and sky (often also water). Birds can represent our souls, or stand for wisdom and the power of thought.

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Birds6 Jatayu

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  2. Jatayu was a demi-god in Ramayana (the Hindu epic) who had the form of a vulture Ravana cuts Jatayu's wings Sri Chitra Art Gallery, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Raja Ravi Varma (1848–1906) Ravana cuts Jatayu's wings 1906

  3. Raja Ravi Varma (1848–1906) Ravana cuts Jatayu's wings Ravana cuts off Jatayu's wing when the bird attempts to rescue Sita from his evil clutches as he abducts her to Lanka. Jatayu is the loyal devotee of Rama and tries to stop the demon king from taking Sita

  4. Raja Ravi Varma (1848–1906) Ravana cuts Jatayu's wings

  5. According to the Ramayana, Ravana abducted Sita to Sri Lanka Jatayu Theme Park Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh

  6. Jatayu, known as a “noble bird of divine origin”, had tried to rescue Sita from Ravana while Ravana was on his way to Lanka. Jatayu fought valiantly with Ravana, but as Jatayu was very old, Ravana soon defeated him Jatayu Theme Park Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh

  7. Rama and Lakshmana while on the search for Sita, chanced upon the stricken and dying Jatayu, who informed them of the battle with Ravana and told them that Ravana had headed South Jatayu Theme Park Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh

  8. Jatayu Theme Park, Lepakshi

  9. Legend says that Jatayu fell in this village, after his wings were clipped by Ravana Jatayu Theme Park Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh

  10. Lepakshi is a village in the Anantapur District of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is located approximately 120 kilometers north of Bangalore. Lepakshi is culturally and archaeologically significant as it is the location of shrines dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu and Virabhadra which were built 1336–1646. Mythology states that Lepakshi is the place where Jatayu fell, wounded by Ravana. Rama is said to have commanded the bird to rise “Le Pakshi” (literally: "Get up, Bird" in Telugu), and hence the name Jatayu Theme Park Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh

  11. Jatayu Theme Park, Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh

  12. Jatayu Theme Park Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh

  13. Jatayu Theme Park Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh

  14. Jatayu Theme Park, Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh

  15. Jatayu Earth Center

  16. Jatayu Earth Center holds the distinction of having the world’s largest bird sculpture, which is of the Jatayu

  17. Jatayu Earth Center, also known as Jatayu Nature Park or Jatayu Rock, is a park and tourism centre at Chadayamangalam in Kollam district of Kerala. It stands at an altitude of 350m above the mean sea level. This rock-theme nature park was the first Public–private partnership tourism initiative in the state of Kerala under the BOT model. The park is about 38 km away from the city of Kollam and 46 km away from the state capital, Thiruvananthapuram

  18. Jatayu Earth Center

  19. Jayatu Park opened to visitors on 17 August 2018 The sculpture measures 61 m long, 46 m wide, 21 m in height and occupies 1,400 m2 of floor area . It was sculpted by Rajiv Anchal

  20. Jatayu Earth Center

  21. From the base station, you can reach the sculpture on the rock top either through the Rope-way or the Walkway. Ultramodern cable cars imported from Switzerland, strictly following international safety standards, are used in the rope-way system, which is the first of its kind in South India. There are 16 cable cars, each having a seating capacity of 8 persons. It is capable to bring more than 400 persons to the hilltop every hour. The cable cars with glass body offer beautiful views of the surrounding, making the journey a thrilling experience.

  22. Jatayu Earth Center

  23. Jatayu Earth Center If you prefer walking, you can use the Walkway to reach the sculpture.  It is a 1.5-kilometer long road made of traditional stone steps, which will pass through rocky terrain and jungle path

  24. Jatayu Earth Center the Walkway

  25. Jatayu Earth Center - the Walkway Jatayu Earth Center

  26. The impressive concrete structure, called Jatayu Earth's Center, is located in the heart of Kerala in India It was the brainchild of Indian filmmaker and sculptor Rajiv Anchal, who designed it while in college

  27. The giant bird is constructed out of compacted concrete, except for the talons, which are stainless steel

  28. The statue houses the construction of the Jatayu museum

  29. Legend says that Jatayu fell on the rocks in Chadayamangalam, after his wings were clipped by Ravana

  30. Jatayu is said to have taken refuge in a cave after his battle with Ravana

  31. “For me the wingless Jatayu has always symbolized the damage caused to nature,” says the sculptor and film director of international repute.“More so when we consider that Jatayu got hurt trying to save a woman. For a woman is ultimately nature itself,” he explained.

  32. Jatayu Earth Center

  33. Rajiv Anchal is currently the chairman and managing director of the ecotourism project where water conservation, organic farming and scientific bio-waste management practices will be followed. The massive nature of his sculpture becomes apparent when one considers the 20,000 sq ft space inside it.

  34. Around 15,000 sq ft space will have four floors of a unique digital museum which will take the visitor through a virtual reality show based on the epic Ramayana.

  35. The wing of the bird will house a 6D projection theatre with DBOX chairs. The theatre will feature a short film based on the battle between Jatayu and Ravana

  36. Jatayu Earth Center

  37. Guests can get a bird’s eye view of the surrounding countryside via an observation deck located inside the bird’s eyes 

  38. After his course in fine arts, Rajiv Anchal worked as an art director for many films. Guru, a film that he directed was India’s official entry for Oscar in 1997. According to him, it was his experience as an art director that helped him think and conceive projects on a bigger canvas.“My experience as a sculptor, as an art director and as a film director has merged into one to do this project”, he said

  39. Jatayu Earth Center

  40. Indian artist Rajiv Anchal spent 10 years creating 'Jatayu Earth's Center' which is the tallest bird sculpture in the world

  41. The giant concrete statue of Jatayu is built on a mighty rock named Jatayupara (para means rock in Malayalam)

  42. Jatayu Earth Center

  43. Jatayu Earth Center

  44. Jatayu is an embodiment of valor and chivalry. Risking his life, he tried his best to save Sitha from her abductor. Hence the Jatayu sculpture uprights as a towering tribute to women’s safety and honour.

  45. Jatayu Earth Center

  46. Jatayu also represents a bygone era when humans, animals, birds and other living forms cared for each other and fellow begins and lived peacefully on this Earth. In the words of Mr Rajiv Anchal, this symbolism has great relevance in today’s social scenario since the crime rate against women is on a high

  47. Statue of women safety and honour Each guest at Jatayu Earth’s Center is requested to understand and emulate the inner meaning of this inspiring creation

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