About Cristo Redentor :
This is one of the most beautiful symbols of Rio de Janeiro; is a statue located on Corcovado hill in Rio de Janeiro. It is considered the best one in “art deco” in the world. It is 38 metres high (including its pedestal, eight metres high), weights 1.145 tons. It is situated over 709 metres above sea level. It was inaugurated on October 13, 1931, in the Santa Patrona de Brazil day. It took over five years to complete the construction of the statue and was recently remodelled. The idea to construct a religious monument was suggested in 1959 to Isabel Princess. That time, Brazil was a Monarchy. In 1921 the project was carried out; a road and a railway were constructed, for a better access. The statue is Historic Heritage of Brazil. In 2003 some remodellings were inaugurated, including escalators, elevators for a better access, it was useful for handicapped and old people. Nowadays, Cristo Redentor is a devotion icon for hundred of catholic people in Brazil. The chapel ( Nossa Senhora de Aparecida) allows people to celebrate weddings, baptisms, and other catholic celebrations. In 2007 July 7, Cristo Redentor was named one of the New Seven Wonders in the World. There was a big celebration in Portugal. There were more than 100 million votes ( by telephone and via internet). Cristo Redentor is one of the best attractions in Brazil; mainly because was named a new wonder in the world. It is believed that visitors will increase 20 % approximately. When tourists visit Corcovado, they can buy many souvenirs like t-shirts with Cristo Redentor photos, small plaster or wood statues, pins, dishes and more. People not only can take photos, but also can have views of the city and its beautiful beaches.
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