Have you been to this Kerala park that houses the world’s largest bird sculpture?

Community & Culture By SF Features Desk Feb 23, 2024 Read the article

Situated in Kollam district, Jatayu Earth’s Centre is a tourist hub located on top of the 1,000 ft-high Jatayupara that towers above the green expanses of Chadayamangalam village.’

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An eco-tourism initiative, the Jayatu Earth’s Centre perfectly blends mythology and craftsmanship, offering an enriching experience to tourists.

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The sculpture is a five-storied building, housing a museum and a multi-dimensional theatre that will screen the animated film, featuring the epic battle between Jatayu and Ravana.

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Designed by sculptor and filmmaker Rajiv Anchal, the sculpture is carved out on the Chadayamangalam hilltop where the battered bird is believed to have fallen.

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To immortalize Jatayu’s sacrifice, the sculpture has been designed precisely how Ravana left it—injured and wingless.

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Anchal’s piece of art is also dedicated to women’s safety, commemorating Jatayu’s efforts to protect Goddess Sita from Ravana.

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Spanning over 65 acres across four hills, this is Kerala’s first ever BOT (Build-Operate-Transfer) tourism.

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Trivandrum International Airport is the nearest airport and the closest railway station is Punalur Railway Station (25 km). Buses are available from major bus stations in the state.

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