Jatayu Worlds Largest Bird Sculpture
The world's giant bird statue, popularly known as Jatayu World's Center, inside a rock theme park for adventure lovers, pays tribute to Jatayu, the mythical bird from the Indian epic Ramayana.
The Jatayu World's Largest Bird Sculpture & Earth's Center is literally an adventure Chadayamangalam in Kollam, Kerala, is a one-of-a-kind theme park based on the Indian epic, the Ramayana, and features the world's largest bird sculpture.
The History of Jatayu Earth Center
Jatayu (a form of a vulture) is Aruna's younger brother and a demi-god in the Hindu epic Ramayana. When he sees Ravana abducting Goddess Sita to Lanka, Jatayu tries to save her and risks his life to free Sita from King Ravana's cruel hands.
Jatayu lay down when Ravana severed his wings and informed Lord Rama that Ravana had gone south. Since then, Jatayu has been a symbol of bravery and the empowerment and protection of women. Today's Jatayu World's Largest Bird Sculpture & Earth's Center stands where Jatayu exhaled his last breath.
What is the Best Time to Visit the Jatayu Earth Centre?
Following are the best time to visit Jatayu Center according to the distinct seasons:
- During Winter: November to February.
- During Summer: March to May.
- Light monsoon season: August and September.
Just be sure there aren't rainstorms or thunderstorms in the forecast.
How to Reach this AMAZING Bird's Sculpture?
The Jatayu Nature Park is known as the "jewel" of Kerala's Kottayam district. It is located approximately 2817 kilometers from the capital city of Delhi. Here's how you get to Jatayu Park.
By Flight |
The nearest metro station to Jatayu World's Largest Bird Sculpture & Earth's Center is Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) - 51.2 Km. |
By Train |
Following is the nearest railway station from where you can take a local rickshaw or bus to the center:
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By Road, |
Nearest Bus Stop to Jatayu earth Center is Chadayamangalam (Ply from Kollam, Varkala, Punalur, Kottarakkara, etc.) |
Things to do in Jatayu Earth’s Center
- Jatayu Sculpture
Spread 200 feet long, 150 feet wide, and 70 feet high; the center has a lot to offer, such as
- The Museum upholds the timeline of Treta Yuga, multi-dimensional digital imaging, and physical paintings.
- The six-dimensional Theatre projects the war between the Jatayu and the evil Ravana.
- The best place is the Bird’s Eye View on the top, where tourists can glimpse the panoramic view of Kerala.
- Jatayu Nature Park Passenger Ropeway
A cable car to view the city from 600 feet, this passenger ropeway charges 250 rs. per passenger.
- Adventure Park at Jatayu Nature Park
This Adventure Park at Jatayu World's Largest Bird Sculpture & Earth's Center, has trekking paths with many enjoyment opportunities.
- Ayurvedic Cave Resorts
Resorts carved in these caves offer stays inside and provide a relaxing massage and other facilities with ancient ayurvedic diets.
The Jatayu Earth Centre Timings
- Monday to Friday: 10 am to 05:30 pm
- Saturday - Sunday: 10 am to 06 pm
Jatayu Earth Center entry fee
- The entry is Rs. 400/- that is. 250 cable car fees, and the rest Rs. 150 is for admission.
Places to visit near Jatayu Earth Center
S.No |
Attraction Name |
Distance From Jatayu Earth Center |
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Jatayu Kodanda Rama Temple |
0.7 km |
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Punalur Suspension Bridge |
25.8 km |
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Kottukal cave temple |
9.4 km |
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Pinnacle View Point Chettukuzhy |
18.9 km |
Conclusion
One of the best places to visit in Kerala, Jatayu World's Largest Bird Sculpture & Earth's Center, can surely add four moons to your trip. Visiting this place allows you to rejuvenate yourself from your busy schedule.