The Adiyogi Shiva statue is an iconic representation of Lord Shiva, the Hindu deity known as the Adiyogi, or the first yogi. This colossal statue, located in Coimbatore, India, stands at the Isha Yoga Center and is considered the largest bust sculpture in the world.
Designed by the spiritual leader Sadhguru and inaugurated in 2017, the statue is 112 feet tall and is made of steel. It represents the significance of yoga and meditation in human life, symbolizing the fundamental aspects of yoga taught by Shiva.
The term Adiyogi refers to Shiva as the originator of yoga, who imparted the knowledge of yoga to the ancient sages. The statue serves as a reminder of the profound impact of yoga and its ability to transform human consciousness.
Visitors from around the world come to witness this remarkable statue, which stands as a tribute to the essence of yoga and spirituality.