In 2006, the Christ statue officially became a Roman Catholic Sanctuary, which means it can host religious ceremonies such as masses, weddings, and baptisms. It can also receive pilgrims. The masses at the Christ the Redeemer statue are on Sundays (11:00 a.m.) and Monday through Friday (3:00 p.m.).
When it gets too crowded, the priest brings the churchgoers outside the chapel without stopping the mass. The mass at Corcovado takes 45 minutes, and the final prayer is spoken in six languages (English, Spanish, Italian, French, German, and Latin).
How big is the catholic chapel underneath Christ the Redeemer statue?
The chapel of the Christ the Redeemer statue measures just 25 square metres (270 square feet) and it is located inside the pedestal. It seats 22 people and allows for an additional 10 to 15 people standing.
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