Christ the Redeemer (statue) - Wikipedia
Christ the Redeemer (Portuguese: Cristo Redentor, standard Brazilian Portuguese: [ˈkɾistu ʁedẽˈtoʁ]) is an Art Deco statue of Jesus in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, created by French-Polish sculptor Paul …
Christ the Redeemer | History, Height, & Facts | Britannica
Nov 10, 2025 · 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 …
Christ 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 …
Christ 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 …
Christ the Redeemer – History, Meaning, Height, Construction
Oct 24, 2022 · Towering over the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro with its outstretched arms of 92 feet across is Christ the Redeemer state. The magnificent structure, which sits atop the peak of the 2,300 …
The Complete Guide to the Christ the Redeemer - Now in Rio
Dec 8, 2025 · Here is your complete guide to the Christ the Redeemer with everything you need to know from how to get there to how much it all costs.
Christ the Redeemer: Check Who Built It, History and Interesting Facts
Jun 29, 2025 · Find out about Christ the Redeemer, the iconic symbol of peace and faith in Rio de Janeiro. This majestic statue, recognized as a world wonder, boasts a fascinating history.
Christ the Redeemer: An Enduring Symbol of Faith and Brazilian Culture
May 26, 2024 · Christ the Redeemer is one of the largest and most recognizable representations of Art Deco sculpture. Interestingly, the statue was originally intended to hold a large cross, but this was …
Christ the Redeemer, on the Corcovado
Formally known as "Christ the Redeemer", in Portuguese "Cristo redendor", it is better known as "Christ of Rio" or "statue of Rio", proof that in the imagination of the peoples, Rio has only one statue …
Christ Redeemer History: Vision to Wonder Story - Machu Picchu …
Discover the fascinating history of Christ the Redeemer from its 1850s conception to becoming a Wonder of the World. Learn about construction, culture, and legacy.