guarding over the city, from the crest of the corcovado mountain is rio de janeiro's, christ the redeemer.

the 38 meter tall statue is perched at a staggering 710 meters above the city, and is considered the symbol of faith and happiness of the carioca people.

considered the most iconic image of the 'marvelous city', if not of the whole of brazil, a pilgrimage to the statue is a unique experience in rio, as the masterpiece is not only an important symbol, but it offers incredible views and it is classified as one of the new seven wonders of the world.