The sculpture was designed and built by filmmaker and sculptor Rajiv Anchal over the course of 10 years.
The bird statue is built directly onto the rock formation, utilizing the natural terrain to form the bird's wings and body.
The site includes a multi-cuisine food court that serves traditional Kerala vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
The sculpture is built using pre-cast concrete and finished with a unique stone texture to blend with the rock landscape.
The area incorporates a sustainable water harvesting system that collects rain from the sculpture's wings into the natural crevices of the rock.
The park's adventure zone includes activities like paintball, laser tag, and rock climbing.
The sculpture represents a 'feminist' artistic statement regarding the protection of women, based on the bird's sacrifice in the Ramayana.
Jatayu Earth's Center features the world's largest bird sculpture, measuring 200 feet long, 150 feet wide, and 70 feet high. The concrete structure is perched atop the 1,000-foot-high Jatayu Rock in Chadayamangalam, Kerala. It serves as a tribute to the mythical bird Jatayu from the Hindu epic, the Ramayana. The park spans 65 acres and is divided into distinct zones offering adventure activities, a cable car system, and a museum inside the sculpture. The location functions as a collaboration between the Kerala state government and a private developer, emphasizing eco-tourism. Visitors reach the summit via a Swiss-made cable car system that provides views of the surrounding Western Ghats. The sculpture's interior houses a digital museum depicting scenes from the Ramayana.
The viewing platform directly in front of the bird's head provides the full scale of the wingspan.
Purchase cable car tickets online in advance to avoid long queues during weekends and holidays.
Wear footwear with a strong grip as the paths around the sculpture can be uneven and rocky.
Carry a hat and sunscreen, as the summit area has very little natural shade.
Avoid visiting during the height of the monsoon season, as cable car operations may be suspended due to high winds.
Operations are occasionally suspended during severe monsoon weather; check local reports before travel.
Maintain a respectful tone near the sculpture's interior museum; avoid littering in the protected nature preserve.
