Here are three amazing facts about the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro: 1. **Impressive Scale**: Christ the Redeemer stands 30 meters (98 feet) tall, not including its 8-meter (26-foot) pedestal, and its arms stretch 28 meters (92 feet) wide. The statue weighs approximately 635 metric tons and is located at the peak of the 700-meter (2,300-foot) Corcovado mountain in the Tijuca Forest National Park, offering breathtaking views of the city. 2. **Symbol of Peace**: The statue is ...