55-foot trishul & damru to add spiritual charm to Vizag's Kailasagiri
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Inspired by the symbols of Lord Shiva, this new addition is expected to bring a fresh spiritual and cultural charm to the popular tourist destination of Visakhapatnam.
According to VMRDA officials, the project includes important symbols from Hindu mythology, made using modern engineering and design. The Trishul, which means divine power and protection, will be the main attraction. The Damaru, representing creation and the rhythm of the universe, will go alongside the Trishul, matching it in shape and meaning.
Attracting nearly 10 lakh visitors annually, Kailasagiri is one of the prominent hilltop parks with panoramic sea views on the East Coast. Visitors can view the entire city of Visakhapatnam from the top of this eco-rich hill. Besides the sacred statues of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, the hilltop offers many attractions such as the Titanic viewpoint, Shanku-Chakra Namas of Lord Venkateswara, a toy train, and a ropeway that transports visitors between the city and the hill.
Regarding the background of the project, the VMRDA 'Authority', in its recent meeting, accorded administrative sanction for an amount of Rs 1.55 crore for the construction of the Trishul and Damaru at the top of Kailasagiri Hill Park. The project is located near the Hanumanthuwaka side of the park.
The Trishul and Damaru will be designed with a mild steel frame structure wrapped in translucent fibre-reinforced plastic material and will feature built-in LED illumination.
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The total height of the Trishul from ground level is 55 feet, with the Trishul measuring 25 feet by 22 feet and the Damaru measuring 10 feet by 18 feet. The project is expected to be completed within six months.
VMRDA Chairman MV Pranav Gopal said that a Trishul with a Damaru, approximately 55 feet tall, is being constructed with a budget of Rs 1.55 crore to attract visitors to Visakhapatnam. "It is being set up on the Hanumanthuwaka side so that it is visible to everyone from the city.
The largest glass bridge in the country, developed on Kailasagiri, will soon be accessible to the public as well," said Pranav.
The hill park developed by VMRDA covers 380 acres of land and features landscaped gardens with rich flora and tropical trees. Situated at an altitude of 360 feet, the park offers views of the beach on one side and green forests on the other, along with a panoramic view of the city. Kailasagiri is a favourite tourist spot in the city.
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