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List of tallest statues in the Philippines

List of tallest statues in the Philippines

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This list of tallest statues in the Philippines includes free-standing, completed statues that are at least 5 meters (16 feet) tall. The height of these statues are measured from the top of its base/pedestal up to its maximum height (including monuments with spires or obelisks).

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Existing statues

As of 3 November 2022, this table includes the following statues with a height of 5 m (16 ft) and above.

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Statues being planned/under construction

  • Divine Mercy Statue (Consolacion), a 39.7 m (130 ft) steel and concrete statue of Jesus Christ being planned for construction in Barangay Garing, Consolacion, Cebu. Construction started in January 2020 and is expected to be completed by 2021 in time for the 500th anniversary of the arrival of Christianity in the Philippines.[63][64]

Destroyed statues

See also


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