Christ the redeemer, Brazil

Next comes Christ the Redeemer (1931) of  Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This is a statue of Jesus Christ, spreading his holy hands. The statue is 38 meters tall, atop the Corcovado mountain. This statue is designed by Brazilian Heitor da Silva Costa and created by French sculptor Paul Landowski. It is one of the world’s best-known monuments. The statue was created in 5 years and inaugurated on October 12, 1931. It has become the symbol of the city and of the warmth of the Brazilian people who like Christ welcomes 'everyone'.