Emperors Yan and Huang
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 | Zhengzhou, Henan province, People's Republic of China |
Type | statue |
Height | 106 metres (348 ft) |
Completion date | 2007 |
The sculptures of the Emperors Yan and Huang are the fifth tallest statues in the world at 106 meters (and the tallest statues of a ruler or head of state). They depict two of the earliest Chinese emperors, Yan Di and Huang Di. The construction lasted 20 years and was completed in 2007.[1] They are located in Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan province, People's Republic of China. The statues commemorate politics and the economy.[2]
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References
- ↑ http://opentravel.com/blogs/12-highest-statues-in-the-world/ 12 Highest Statues in the World
- ↑ 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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