The big statue of Jesus, officially called Christ the Redeemer statue, is located right in Rio de Janeiro, which is by the way the most exciting and worth-visiting destination in Brazil (if not in South America).
The Christ the Redeemer (“Cristo Redentor“, in Portuguese) is located 710 meters (2,329 feet) above sea level, atop Corcovado Mountain, which is one of the tallest mountains in Rio de Janeiro.
Besides its 360° view, the great advantage of its location is that it is right in Rio, approximately 45 minutes from your hotel in Copacabana ou Ipanema neighborhoods. Due to the statue proximity to most hotels, you can visit it and be back to your hotel — on a non-busy day– in about two hours.
However, as Rio de Janeiro is becoming more and more popular, iconic attractions such as Christ Statue and Sugar Loaf are becoming harder and harder to visit, especially on peak days. The problem is that peak days are becoming more frequent, and such days are being longer than ever before.
The number of visitors (Brazilian and foreigners) has been increasing steadily, and apparently, that will not change in the years to come. Don’t panic!
To have a good time while visiting Rio de Janeiro you need to do what other tourists don’t; you need to have in your hands the information that the majority does not have.
Here is the source of alternative, updated and insiders information — My Rio Travel Guide.
My Rio Travel Guide is the most practical travel guidebook to Rio de Janeiro. Evidently, it covers way beyond the Jesus Statue’s location. In fact, it presents not only information on how to visit Corcovado without annoyances, but also all other sites and attractions that worth a visit.
Besides tours, sightseeing, and excursions you can hire (or do it yourself), the guidebook covers key subjects such as transportation and getting around Rio, dining out, exploring the authentic nightlife, choosing a hotel, how to stay safe and avoid dangers, and more.
If you are serious about travelling to Rio de Janeiro, you need a copy of My Rio Travel Guide.
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