Jesus Statue, Yanam

The Jesus Statue in Yanam is a Christian religious monument located in the coastal enclave of Yanam, Puducherry, on the banks of the Godavari River in the East Godavari region of Andhra Pradesh. The standing statue depicts Jesus Christ and serves as a place of prayer and sightseeing for visitors. Situated near the town centre and riverfront, it is notable as a visible faith landmark and photo point within Yanam's small French colonial heritage town.

Visitors can expect an outdoor standing statue of Jesus Christ located in an open accessible area within Yanam town, near the riverfront and town roads. The setting is urban and flat, with paved surroundings suitable for short visits, photography and quiet prayer. The site is typically visited as a brief stop combined with nearby riverfront, beach and colonial heritage sights. No large complex or museum is associated with the statue itself.

The statue represents the Christian faith presence in Yanam, which has a historic Catholic community dating to the French colonial period, notably associated with St. Ann's Catholic Church. It serves as a contemporary place of devotion and a visible religious landmark for residents and visitors.