Emperors Yan and Huang
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Location in China | |
Coordinates | 34°57′05″N 113°30′40″E / 34.9514°N 113.5110°ECoordinates: 34°57′05″N 113°30′40″E / 34.9514°N 113.5110°E |
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Location | Yan Huang Plaza, Zhengzhou, Henan, China |
Type | statue |
Height | 106 metres (348 ft) |
Completion date | 2007 |
Dedicated to | Yan Emperor and Yellow Emperor |
The sculpture of Emperors Yan and Huang is a monument in China that was carved from a mountain on the Yellow River. The overall monument height is 106 metres (348 ft); a 55-meter base platform with 51-meter busts on top. They depict two of the earliest Chinese emperors, Yan Di and Huang Di. The construction lasted 20 years and was completed in 2007,[1] at a cost of US$22.5 million.[2] They are located in Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan province, People's Republic of China. The statues commemorate politics and the economy.[3]
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References[]
- ^ http://opentravel.com/blogs/12-highest-statues-in-the-world/ 12 Highest Statues in the World
- ^ "Yan Huang Plaza". Atlas Obscura. Retrieved 14 August 2018.
- ^ http://english.sina.com/life/p/1/2006/1013/91715.html 106-Meter High Statue of Emperors Yan and Huang Built
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- Sculpture stubs
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- Colossal statues in China
- Stone sculptures in China
- Outdoor sculptures in China
- 2007 sculptures
- Tourist attractions in Henan
- Buildings and structures completed in 2007
- 2007 establishments in China
- Buildings and structures in Zhengzhou