TOP 10 TALLEST AND MOST GIGANTIC WOMEN OF ALL TIME

We'll talk about the most gigantic, tallest women who ever lived and how their unusual height affects their life. Stay with us till the end to find out about the woman who was not 6, not 7, but over 8 feet tall. So, without further delay, let's start with number 10.

Number 10. Caroline Arthur.

Caroline Arthur, hailing from Melbourne, Australia, is known for her impressive height. Born in 1981, Caroline stands at the height of 6 feet 2 inches or 188 cm, making her one of the tallest women in Australia. She's also known for participating in the Guinness Book of World Records for having some of the tallest and most gorgeous pairs of legs you'll ever see. Caroline has worked as a professional model and actress, using her height to her advantage in the entertainment industry. She is also a travel advisor and skin therapist, spreading awareness through her social media handles. Caroline has also been an advocate for body positivity and self-acceptance, encouraging others to embrace their uniqueness.

Number 9. Svetlana Pankratova.

Despite having super tall and beautiful legs, Caroline failed to break the record of having the tallest legs in the world by just 0.4 centimeters. The woman who held the record back then was a Russian lady, Svetlana Pankratova. Born in 1971, she was over 6 foot 5 inches or 196 cm tall, and only the size of her legs was 4 foot 4 inches. She played women's basketball from 1992 to 1995 at Virginia Commonwealth University. Her height used to give her a massive advantage in the field as she went on to make two school records that are still unbroken. Even though her record is now broken by Ekaterina Lisina, she can be proud of the fact that she was once a record holder and a decorated basketball player in her high school and college.

Number 8. Rita Miniva Besa.

Rita is another unusually tall woman on this list, recognized by the Guinness World Records as the tallest woman in recorded history. Born in Zimbabwe, Rita stood at a towering height of 6 feet 8 inches, around 203 cm. Despite being unusually tall, Rita always wanted to achieve great things in life and did manage to do so to some extent. She was always an athletic person and had a keen interest in basketball. Her height gave her a unique advantage on the basketball court, and her exceptional athleticism and skills made her even better at this sport. She went on to become an accomplished and highly decorated basketball player who represented Zimbabwe in various international competitions. Rita turned the natural hurdles in her life in her favor, which is what we can learn from her journey.

Number 7. Caroline Welz.

Our next entry takes us to Germany, where we find another Caroline. This time, it's Caroline Welz, a woman who gathered a lot of attention due to her exceptional height. She is reportedly over 6 feet 9 inches tall, around 206 cm, and one would stereotype her as a basketball player. But Caroline pursued what she was so passionate about – fashion. Being one of the tallest women in the world didn't stop her from building a successful career in fashion. She has modeled for various reputable fashion brands and is now breaking barriers in the fashion industry with her statuesque frame. Caroline's incredible journey made her a role model for others and taught us that everyone must embrace their uniqueness and be proud of their bodies.

Number 6. Malee Duangdee.

From Thailand, we have Malee Duangdee, who holds the accolade of being the tallest woman in Southeast Asia. Born in 1982, Malee stands at the height of 6 feet 10 inches or 209 cm. She used her height to her advantage and had a great career as a professional basketball player, representing Thailand in international competitions. Malee has broken gender stereotypes in combat sports, showing that women can succeed in male-dominated sports, and has become an inspiration for aspiring female fighters.

Number 5. Uljana Semjonova.

Uljana Semjonova is a legendary figure in the world of women's basketball. Coming from Latvia and standing at an imposing height of 7 feet or 213 cm, Uljana is considered one of the greatest female basketball players ever. She even played for the Soviet Union national team and won numerous awards and accolades throughout her illustrious career. Uljana was known for her exceptional skills, dominance in the post, and ability to score easily. Her height and talent made her an unstoppable player, and she continues to be an inspirational icon in the sport even after retiring.

Number 4. Maria Feliciana dos Santos.

Maria Feliciana dos Santos, a woman from Brazil, is also known for her extraordinary height. Born in 1945, Maria was 7 feet 4 inches or 224 cm tall. She was a farmer by profession and lived a simple life in her village. Despite her towering height, Maria was known for her gentle nature and was often regarded as a local celebrity in her community.

Number 3. Sandy Allen.

The next tall woman on this list comes from the United States. Sandy Allen, born in 1955, held the Guinness World Record for being the tallest woman alive from 1976 till 2008, the year she died. Standing at an impressive height of 7 feet 7 inches, around 231 cm, Sandy was also called the "Gentle Giantess". Being an extremely tall woman with a Guinness World Record might seem like the perfect life to many short women. They might say that,

"At least she doesn't have to rely on a guy to pick up a jar from the upper cabinet."

However, her life was far from simple. Due to her height, she faced many health issues and personal problems. Her abnormal height was caused by acromegaly. Despite suffering from many issues throughout her life, Sandy remained strong and positive. She was a kindhearted person who lived life to the fullest despite the hurdles that came her way.

Number 2. Yao Defen.

The next tallest woman on our list came from China and was recognized by the Guinness World Records as she was deemed the tallest living woman on Earth until she died in 2012. Yao Defen used to stand over 7 feet 8 inches or 234 cm tall, and even though this type of height is pretty usual for tall men, it's a rarity in women. Yao Defen was suffering from a medical condition called gigantism. In this health condition, a person's pituitary gland starts overproducing growth hormones, leading to an unusual increase in height. One might think that Defen's life might've been amazing as she was so tall and unique. Unfortunately, that's not the case. She used to suffer from multiple health issues due to her condition, which made her life quite challenging.

Number 1. Trijntje Cornelisdochter.

The tallest woman on this list hails from The Netherlands. Her name is Trijntje Cornelisdochtar, and I know how hard pronouncing this name is. Almost took me a day to get it right. She was also known as Trijntje Cornelisz or Trijntje Cornelis. Trijntje allegedly holds the record for being the tallest woman in history. She was born in 1636, and once you hear how tall she was, your jaws will drop down to the floor. Trijntje was a staggering 8 feet 4.5 inches or 255 cm tall.

People used to call her the "Dutch Giantess", considering her unusually tall appearance. People were curious what a woman that tall would look like. This is why she was exhibited all across Europe. Trijntje's unusual height was linked to acromegaly, a hormonal disorder that drives excessive growth in certain parts of the body. Now, I know what you might be thinking. Some of you might also want acromegaly so that a certain part of your body that is too short grows exponentially. I know you, you dirty fellas! But, jokes aside, this condition is pretty harmful, and people suffering from it go through a lot of pain and mental issues as they often get mocked for their unusual stature.

Despite not having the ideal height and stature, these women have shattered stereotypes, and broken barriers, and became an inspiration in their respective fields. Their height didn't hinder their capabilities, as they chose to embrace their uniqueness and went on to achieve incredible things. We all can learn a lot from their incredible power of determination, perseverance, and talent.