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  2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Christ_the_Redeemer_(statue)Christ the Redeemer (statue) - Wikipedia

    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.

  3. www.britannica.com › topic › Christ-the-RedeemerChrist the Redeemer | History, Height, & Facts | Britannica

    Christ the Redeemer, colossal statue of Jesus Christ at the summit of Mount Corcovado, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It was completed in 1931 and stands 98 feet (30 meters) tall. The statue is the largest Art Deco-style sculpture in the world and is one of Rio de Janeiro’s most recognizable landmarks.

  4. destinationlesstravel.com › christ-de-redeemer-rio-brazil15 Things to KNOW Before Visiting Christ the Redeemer in Rio,...

    Apr 2, 2024 · Christ the Redeemer was built in the early 20th century, and it’s located atop Corcovado Mountain in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The statue is 30 meters (98 feet) tall and its outstretched arms span 28 meters (92 feet). It sits atop an 8-meter (26-feet) tall pedestal, making it 38 meters (124 feet) tall in total.

  5. www.worldatlas.com › landmarks › christ-the-redeemer-brazilChrist the Redeemer - One of the Seven Wonders of the World

    Feb 27, 2023 · The icon of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil and one of the World's 7 Wonders, Christ the Redeemer towers the city from Mount Corcovado for the whole world to see. As one of the longest symbols of modern Christianity across the globe, the statue receives millions of visitors annually.

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  7. www.historyhit.com › locations › christ-the-redeemerChrist the Redeemer - History and Facts | History Hit

    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. Today it is a Brazilian cultural icon and global symbol of Christianity.

  8. nowinrio.com › guide-to-the-christ-the-redeemerThe Complete Guide to the Christ the Redeemer - Now in Rio

    May 25, 2024 · Standing tall atop Corcovado Mountain, Christ the Redeemer in Rio is a sight to behold. Dominating the cityscape of Rio de Janeiro, the statue is an iconic symbol of Brazil. Erected in the Tijuca Forest National Park, the location of Christ the Redeemer offers stunning panoramic views of the city.

  9. riodejaneirobycariocas.com › how-to-visit-christ-the-redeemerHow to Visit Christ the Redeemer | Rio de Janeiro by Cariocas

    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 ...