Jesus Christ Statue | search
Click here to view Jesus Christ Statue news from 60+ newspapers.
Bookmark or Share- Christ the Redeemer | History, Height, & Facts | BritannicaChrist 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.
- Christ the Redeemer - One of the Seven Wonders of the WorldAs 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.
- 15 Things to KNOW Before Visiting Christ the Redeemer in Rio, BrazilChrist 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.
- 10 Incredible Christ Statues Around the World - Fodors Travel GuideHere’s our round-up of some of the biggest and best Christ statues around the world. Inaugurated in 2010 and measuring 52.5 meters (172 feet) including its pedestal and five-meter crown, the...
- Christ the Redeemer (statue) - WikipediaChrist 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 Landowski and built by Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa, in collaboration with French engineer Albert Caquot.
More
