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Located on top of a mountain, 710 meters high, the statue of Christ the Redeemer in Corcovado, is, of course, one of the most admired and visited monuments in a city

tour that begins in the Cosme Velho district, the board a nice trenzinho that, until the Christ, through scenarios of beauty and strong visual enchantment.

Already up there, what you see is pure bliss: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Botanical Gardens, the Jockey, the Lagoon, in short, a stunning Rio de Janeiro during the day, light and magic when the night comes.

Extra information about Christ the Redeemer for tourist visitations.
The Morro do Corcovado is certainly the biggest attraction of the city. Located 710 meters above sea level, the hill holds the statue of Christ the Redeemer, one of the most famous monuments in the world. The statue, which measures 38 meters and weighs 1,145 tons, was launched in 1931.

To get to the main terrace, the visitor must climb 222 steep steps. The climb to the top of Mount Corcovado, can be made by trenzinho which rises by a railroad, one of the oldest in the country, opened in 1884 by D. Pedro II. The view is one of the most beautiful city. Rising car, visitors can still hear the way the Mirante Dona Marta, a sight so beautiful or that of Christ the Redeemer. Rua Cosme Velho 513, Cosme Velho - tel. 2558-1329 (9h-18h) — Departures every 30 minutes.