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Christ the Redeemer ( Portuguese: Cristo Redentor, standard Brazilian Portuguese: [ˈkɾistu ʁedẽˈtoʁ]) is an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, created by French-Polish sculptor Paul Landowski and built by Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa, in collaboration with French engineer Albert Caquot.
Christ the Redeemer, colossal statue of Jesus Christ at the summit of Mount Corcovado, Rio de Janeiro, southeastern Brazil. Celebrated in traditional and popular songs, Corcovado towers over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s principal port city.
Feb 27, 2023 · As one of the longest symbols of modern Christianity across the globe, the statue receives millions of visitors annually. Coming at 635 tons, 98 feet long and 92 feet wide, overlooking the port city of Rio de Janeiro, Christ the Redeemer has been a cultural icon of the nation since inception.
Apr 2, 2024 · Christ the Redeemer is one of Rio’s most popular tourist attractions offering stunning views of one of the best Latin American cities! The statue is symbolic of the Brazilian people’s faith, and it’s also a national icon.
Sep 9, 2021 · Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor) is a 30 metre high statue, mounted upon an 8 metre pedestal, and of course the 700 metre high mountain of Corcovado. It was constructed between 1922 and 1931 from soapstone and reinforced concrete.
Oct 18, 2021 · Standing atop the Corcovado Mountain, the Christ the Redeemer statue is a unique Art Deco figure in the country and the world. Watching over one of the trendiest cities in Brazil, the statue of Christ the Redeemer embraces locals and tourists alike.
Feb 15, 2024 · One of the Seven New Wonders of the Modern World, the statue of Christ the Redeemer is a must-see attraction to those who visit Rio de Janeiro. Standing with his arms open from the 710-meter-high tall (2,329 feet) Corcovado Mountain, and surrounded by the vegetation of the Atlantic Forest, the iconic monument is the best known Brazilian image ...
Jun 15, 2024 · Perched on the Corcovado – a 2,300-foot-high granite outcrop looming above the city – the Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue sweeps its arms out in a warm embrace, welcoming...
This enormous statue is the most famous monument in Brazil and one of the most iconic landmarks in the world. Located in Rio de Janeiro, Christ the Redeemer, or Cristo Redentor in its native Portuguese, looks down over the city from the top of a mountain deep in a national park.
Mar 10, 2014 · Rio's statue of Christ is, for some, the ultimate religious icon. For others it's an irresistible tourist attraction. It's known the world over, but few know the story behind the statue.
