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Iconic Jesus Statues Worldwide

  • Culture

1. Christ the Redeemer (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)

  • Height: 38 meters (including pedestal) | Weight: 1,145 tons | Armspan: 23 meters
  • Location: Summit of Corcovado Mountain
  • Features:
    • Completed in 1931; designated a New7Wonders of the World in 2007.
    • Symbolizes peace and Brazilian independence; overlooks Rio de Janeiro.
    • Most recognizable Jesus statue globally, visible citywide day and night.

2. Christ the King (Świebodzin, Poland)

  • Total Height: 51 meters (includes 2m gold crown) | Statue Height: 33m (symbolizing Jesus’ 33 earthly years)
  • Weight: 440 tons | Cost: €1 million+
  • Location: Świebodzin
  • Features:
    • Built 2008–2010 under Pastor Sylwester Zawadzki.
    • Crown height (3m) represents Christ’s 3-year ministry.
    • Aims to promote Poland’s religious identity and tourism.

3. Manado Jesus Blessing (North Sulawesi, Indonesia)

  • Height: 50m (30m statue + 20m base) | Materials: 25t metal fiber, 35t steel
  • Location: Citraland Hill, Manado
  • Features:
    • Funded by billionaire Ciputra (54 million USD).
    • Dynamic “flying posture” symbolizes freedom and tolerance.
    • Built over 3 years as a spiritual landmark.

4. Cristo de la Concordia (Cochabamba, Bolivia)

  • Height: 34.2m (40.4m with base) | Altitude: 2,840m above sea level
  • Location: San Pedro Hill, Cochabamba
  • Features:
    • Second-tallest Jesus statue globally; constructed 1987–1994.
    • Offers panoramic views; notable for high-altitude placement.

5. Christ of the Andes (Argentina-Chile Border)

  • Height: 7m (bronze statue) | Location: Uspallata Pass, Andes Mountains
  • Features:
    • Built in 1904 to commemorate Argentina-Chile peace treaty.
    • Inscription: “The mountains themselves shall crumble before Chile and Argentina break their peace.”

6. Vũng Tàu Christ (Vietnam)

  • Height: 32m | Location: Small Mountain, Vũng Tàu
  • Features:
    • Construction: 1972–1994; overlooks South China Sea.
    • Adjacent to French colonial-era artillery fort ruins.
    • Panoramic coastal views from the summit.

7. Underwater Christ (Michigan, USA)

  • Dimensions: 3m tall, 840kg marble
  • Location: Lake Michigan, 12m depth near Petoskey
  • Features:
    • Sole submerged freshwater Jesus statue globally.
    • Rarely visible due to harsh weather; attracts pilgrims.

8. Cristo Rei (Lisbon, Portugal)

  • Height: 75m (28m pedestal) | Construction: 1950–1959
  • Location: Almada, overlooking Lisbon
  • Features:
    • Inspired by Rio’s Christ the Redeemer.
    • Offers sweeping views of Tagus River and city.

9. Crucifix by Michelangelo (Italy)

  • Artist: 18-year-old Michelangelo (1492)
  • Material: Polychrome wood
  • History:
    • Rediscovered in 1962 under layers of paint.
    • Notable for anatomical precision despite minimal acclaim.

10. King of Kings (Ohio, USA)

  • Nickname: “Touchdown Jesus” (arms-raised pose)
  • Height: 19m | Material: Foam/glass fiber
  • Fate:
    • Destroyed by lightning in 2010; steel framework remains.
    • Briefly iconic for its unorthodox posture.

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