Christ the Redeemer (statue) - Wikipedia
WEBChrist 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 | History, Height, & Facts | Britannica
WEBApr 24, 2024 · 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.
How to Visit Christ the Redeemer | Rio de Janeiro by Cariocas
WEBFebruary 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 ...
15 Things to KNOW Before Visiting Christ the Redeemer in Rio, …
WEBApr 2, 2024 · Christ the Redeemer is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, making the list alongside other world-famous cultural landmarks, including the Colosseum in Rome, Machu Picchu, and the Great Wall of China. That should give you an idea of just how special this place is!
Christ the Redeemer - History and Facts | History Hit
WEBSep 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.
Visiting Christ the Redeemer, Brazil: Everything You Need to …
WEBMar 5, 2023 · Christ the Redeemer is the top attraction, and a must-do activity while in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Our travel guide covers everything you need to know before visiting one of the world's most famous statues, Cristo Redentor, …
Christ the Redeemer - One of the Seven Wonders of the World
WEBFeb 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. Coming at 635 tons, 98 feet long and 92 feet wide ...
The story of Christ the Redeemer, 90 years old this week
WEBOct 12, 2021 · Guide to Brazil. The story of Christ the Redeemer, 90 years old. Brazil's most popular tourist attraction, the story of how Christ the Redeemer came about is a fascinating one. This week's Rio celebrates the statue's 90th anniversary. Rio’s Christ the Redeemer. Photo: Ricardo Cohen/Shutterstock. By Renato Alves.
Sanctuary of Christ the Redeemer — Google Arts & Culture
WEBSanctuary Christ the Redeemer is a space of cultic celebrations, evangelization, charity, culture, ecumenical and inter-religious pilgrimage and ecology. Christ the Redeemer is a...
Christ the Redeemer Statue | History, Facts, & How To Visit
WEBOct 18, 2021 · The statue of Christ the Redeemer, the most prominent symbol of faith in Jesus ever built in the world, was considered one of the Seven Wonders, along with other important, historical, religious, and artistic landmarks in the world. Christ the Redeemer is the most prominent Brazilian statue.
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