Christ the Redeemer
Cultural landmark · Humaitá ·
Iconic Art Deco statue offering panoramic city views
Iconic Art Deco statue offering panoramic city views
"I consider Christ The Redeemer the city's famous cultural landmark, one of the iconic attractions people immediately associate with Rio de Janeiro." - Opheli Garcia Lawler Opheli Garcia Lawler Opheli Garcia Lawler is a journalist with a decade of experience, half of which has been dedicated to covering the way we travel. From interviewing former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to digging into Amtrak customer complaint data, Opheli has developed a deep well of knowledge about what shapes our travel experiences. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"An iconic Art Deco statue and one of the most famous landmarks in Rio, offering panoramic views of the city."
"A location showcasing the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, symbolizing the Paiva family's dream home and offering a view that is constant throughout Rio de Janeiro."
"A 98-foot-tall Art Deco statue standing atop a prominent mountain, accessed by a steep railway, that commands panoramic views over bay, beaches, and city and serves as one of the most recognizable vistas and photographic backdrops in the region." - Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso is a travel writer and hotel expert based in New York City. She has written hundreds of hotel reviews, from 5-star Ritz-Carlton properties to treehouse eco-resorts in the jungle. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A colossal statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, part of the New Seven Wonders."