Statue Of Equality (Ramanuja)

Before we share more information about Statue of Equality, let us first share the thoughts about why Statue of equality is needed or built?
The only motive and the very purpose of “The Statue of Equality” is to promote the thought of equality across the castes in India. In the time of Shri Ramanujacharya (Ra:ma:nu:jacha:rya), there was a great importance of temple which were functioning as a centres of administration. But there was a control of one section of society (one caste) who were looking at the administration part. Ramanujacharya encouraged them to allot atleast 50% of tasks to people belonging to rest of the castes. This is why, there were no restrictions on any caste to enter into the temple. 
But during the British rule on India, the casteism has increased due to divide and rule strategy and even today, there are lot of challenges because of it. The very purpose of The Statue of Equality is to inspire society to bring the equality across all castes in India. The statue promotes below thoughts about equality:

• Equality across castes
• Equality across gender
• Equality across social status
   

The statue is 216 fit tall and considered as the second tallest sitting statue in the world. It is a statue of India’s most respected philosopher from 11th century shri Ramanuja and hence, the statue is also known as “Ramanuja Statue” as well. Located in the premises of Chinna Jeeyar Trust in Muchintal in the outskirt of Hyderabad, can be easily reached through private or public transportation.

Brief about Shri Ramanujacharya

Sri Ramanujacharya was a popular philosopher from India who lived in the 11th century. He was born in the state of Tamil Nadu and is known for his extensive writings on the Bhagavad Gita, the Upanishads, and the Brahma Sutras. He is considered the founder of the Sri Vaishnavism movement, which emphasizes the worship of Lord Vishnu and his consort, Sri Devi. Ramanujacharya's teachings emphasized the importance of devotion, self-surrender, and the attainment of salvation through the grace of God.

Brief about Statue

Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swami of the Sri Ramanujacharya Ashram planned to create the Statue of Equality In 2014. The statue of Sri Ramanujacharya was erected in Sri Rangam, which is considered one of the most sacred places in India for Sri Vaishnavites. It depicts Sri Ramanujacharya sitting in a meditative pose, with his hands in the Anjali mudra, a gesture of devotion and respect. The statue is located in a park, and visitors can walk around it and take photos.

Overall, the statue of Sri Ramanujacharya, also known as the "Muchintal Temple," is a symbol of the Sri Vaishnavism movement and the teachings of Sri Ramanujacharya. It serves as a reminder of his contributions to Hinduism and continues to be a source of inspiration for devotees and visitors across world.

Architecture

The 216-ft Statue of Equality is made of a combination of five metals known as 'panchaloha' - gold, silver, brass, copper, and zinc. The statue is rest on 54-foot-high base building named 'Bhadra Vedi'. The statue sits over this lotus-shaped platform containing an animal sculpture called Padma Peetam. It is estimated around INR 1000 crore to built this statue and most part of it was paid through the donation of devotees.

Things to Do

There are various things you can do at Statue of Belief, but we recommend doing:

• Take a guided tour of the statue and learn about the history and significance of Sri Ramanujacharya Swamy.
• Visit the nearby temple dedicated to Sri Ramanujacharya Swamy and participate in the daily prayers and rituals.
• Make offerings and perform poojas at the statue as a form of devotion and respect.
• Meditate and reflect on the messages of equality and unity promoted by Sri Ramanujacharya Swamy.

Things to Keep in Mind When Visiting The Statue of Equality

As this is religous place, we strongly recommend keeping below points in mind before you visit this place.

• Be respectful and mindful of the statue's significance and symbolism.
• Take care not to damage or deface the statue in any way.
• Remember to take photos and videos from a safe distance and avoid blocking the view of others.
• Be mindful of the surrounding area and keep it clean.
• Take the time to learn about the history and meaning behind the statue.
• Lastly, enjoy your visit and take in the beauty and inspiration of the statue.
• To maintain the social and spiritual ambiance please follow the dress code and wear normal clothes, don't wear short and Western dress.

Timings

Dynamic Fountain Show and Laser Show Timings

Dynamic Fountain Show Timings: On weekdays, 1 pm, 4 pm, 6 pm, 8 pm, and on weekends (Saturday and Sunday): 1 pm, 4 pm, 5:30 pm, 7:15 pm, 8:30 pm.

Other Important Details

Entry Fees: The entry fee is 200 INR for adults and 125 INR for kids (between 5 to 12 years). The charge for car parking is 40 INR. If you want to experience the audio visual self guided tour, the charge are INR 500/- per mobile. For Archana, there is a fees of INR 100 per person.

Address: Sri Ramanagaram, Muchintal Road, Palmakol P.O. Shamshabad, Hyderabad 509325

Email: contact@statueofequality.org, srs.samaroham@chinnajeeyar.org

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