10 Incredible Statues From Around The World You Never Knew Existed
Colossal Statue Of Shapur I, Iran
Found hidden in a cave in the Zagros Mountains of southern Iran, this statue depicts Shapur I, a Sassanian ruler from the 3rd century AD. The statue shows him walking through the cave, his athletic body well-worn from the years in its dark home. This statue is often recognized as one of the most incredible sculptures created by the Sassanians, and it is quite miraculous that so much of it has survived for visitors to view today.
In photos, it's difficult to see just how large the statue is, as it appears to be a more-or-less normal-sized human. In reality, the statue stands about 22 feet (6.7 meters) tall.
Found hidden in a cave in the Zagros Mountains of southern Iran, this statue depicts Shapur I, a Sassanian ruler from the 3rd century AD. The statue shows him walking through the cave, his athletic body well-worn from the years in its dark home. This statue is often recognized as one of the most incredible sculptures created by the Sassanians, and it is quite miraculous that so much of it has survived for visitors to view today.
In photos, it's difficult to see just how large the statue is, as it appears to be a more-or-less normal-sized human. In reality, the statue stands about 22 feet (6.7 meters) tall.
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14 January 2022
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