Christ the Redeemer

Designed by sculptor Paul Landowski and built by engineer Heitor da Silva Costa in collaboration with Albert Caquot, 1922-1931.

The statue is made of reinforced concrete and soapstone tiles and stands 98 feet (30 meters) tall, with its arms outstretched 92 feet (28 meters). It was inaugurated on October 12, 1931, the day of the patron saint of Brazil, Our Lady of Aparecida, whose feast day is observed on October 12.

Visitors can reach the statue by cog railway, van, or on foot.

An iconic soapstone and concrete statue of Jesus Christ with arms outstretched, on Mount Corcovado, overlooking the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.