doudou5The Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro is an iconic Art Deco monument depicting Jesus Christ, situated in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It serves as a symbol of the city and ranks among the world’s most renowned memorial sculptures. On October 12, 2006, during celebrations marking its 75th anniversary, Cardinal Eusébio Oscar Scheid from Rio de Janeiro conducted a Mass for Our Lady of Aparecida at its base. This event transformed Christ the Redeemer into a pilgrimage destination where Catholics could partake in baptisms and marriage announcements.
Completed in 1931, Christ the Redeemer stands at an impressive height of 30 meters (about equivalent to a 13-story building) and weighs approximately 1,145 tons. The head alone measures 3.75 meters in height and weighs around 30 tons; from fingertip to fingertip, it spans 28 meters; both arms cover an area of roughly 38 square meters and weigh about 114 tons; while its base covers an area of 100 square meters. Visitors can reach Corcovado Mountain’s summit—standing at an altitude of 710 meters—by road or mountain train to enjoy sweeping views over Rio de Janeiro.
