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    History of the Cristo Redentor

    Today the Cristo Redentor ("Christ the Redeemer") statue is the symbol of Rio de Janeiro and Brazil and one of the 7 Wonders of the World, but there was a time when the massive Art Deco rendering of Christ overlooking the city was only a dream of the people.

    • The Perfect Mountain

      1. The Perfect Mountain

      Building a large Christian statue atop the Corcovado (“hunchback” in Portuguese) first became an idea in 1850 as a monument to Princess Isabel, but the project was put on hold.

    • Statehood

      2. Statehood

      Brazil became a republic in 1889, but with the new separation of church and state the idea was abandoned. It would be another 30 years until another proposal.

    • A Statue for the People

      3. A Statue for the People

      In 1920 the giant population of Brazilian Catholics collected signatures and raised donations under the name of "The Catholic Circle of Rio."

    • Choosing the Image

      4. Choosing the Image

      There was much debate: the Christian cross, a statue of Jesus with a globe in his hands... but in the end the Christ opening his arms over the city was chosen as a symbol of peace.

    • Designing an Icon

      5. Designing an Icon

      It was an incredible architectural endeavor designed by local engineer Heitor da Silva Costa, sculpted by France’s Paul Landowski and the face etched by Romania’s Gheorghe Leonida.

    Planning Your Visit

    • How to Get There

      You can take a tram, van, or bus to get to the base of the statue. Of course, you can also hike up or take a taxi. No need to give an address, every driver will know how to get there.

    • Admission

      Tickets are necessary to enter the park.

    Good to know

    • When should I visit?
      8:00AM - 7:00PM
    • Is it expensive?
      The entrance to the park is 50 Brazilian reales (about $22 USD).
    • Will I need a guide?
      It's not necessary, but it surely could enrich your experience.
    • How to get there
      Tram, van, bus, taxi, or hiking from the base
    • Additional information
      Go early in the morning to avoid crowds and get the best photos. The sun will be behind the statue after midday. | If riding the tram, sit in the very back to get the best views.

    What people are saying about Christ the Redeemer

    Overall rating

    4.6 / 5

    based on 3,123 reviews

    Carlos Fernando (I think that is his name) was the most amazing tour guide. He was extremely polite, caring, and super knowledgeable about the sites, landmarks, and history of Rio and Brazil. He was very careful to always make sure the group was together - always counting the number of people in our group to ensure no one was missing. His ability to speak multiple languages (and VERY WELL) was a huge factor in making the tour a success for me. Carlos Fernando is the best of the best!!

    Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Stairs & Sugar Loaf Sunset Tour Reviewed by Stuart, 23/11/2020

    There isn’t much to expect here, it’s exactly as it says. you get to the meeting point and you’ll find people waiting for you, the van takes you all the way up to Christ the Redeemer, entry ticket is included. They give you enough time to enjoy the views, take some pictures and do a little shopping. The best part is that they have many vans and you can choose anyone to return with (in case you want to return early or stay a bit late).

    Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer Official Ticket via Van Reviewed by Ibrahim, 08/12/2020

    This tour was awesome! It shows the essential highlights of what to see in Rio. From the must see Christ the Redeemer statue, to the iconic Selaron Steps, to the sweet views of the Sugarloaf mountain, etc. you wont be disappointed. Plus the lunch buffet will fill you up with many varieties of local & Western foods to enjoy. Also our guide Manuela is very informative, fun & she provided really good customer service.

    Rio de Janeiro: 6-Stop Highlights of Rio with Lunch Reviewed by Jeremiah, 29/09/2020

    This was absolutely wonderful, the guide ‘Marcelo’ is extremely friendly and welcoming, getting to the meeting point was easy, the boat was well equipped and had the most amazing staff. the drinks, the views, the pictures were all perfect to a point. I highly recommend this for anyone who’s in Rio de Janeiro! A truly unforgettable experience.

    Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour Reviewed by Ibrahim Ihsan Abdulameer, 08/12/2020

    Nothing wrong with this service here, everything went as expected. It's just that Christ the Redeemer is a bit hyped. The views are stunning and the place really connects to religious people, but in reality, you'll find yourself in the middle of a picture-taking crowd. It's The Walking Dead with cameras.

    Christ the Redeemer Cog Train Ticket Reviewed by Anonymous, 18/10/2020

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