Brief History
Christ the Redeemer is a statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The statue stands 130 feet tall, weighs 700 tons and is located at the peak of Corcovado Mountain overlooking the city.
The statue's serene gaze over the city gives little hint of the Herculean effort that went into its construction. Over 1,000 tons of materials had to be moved up the 2300-foot high mountain. The statue took five years to construct and was inaugurated on October 12, 1931.
Today the site is visited by more than 300,000 tourists each year and is an icon of Rio de Janeiro and Brazil.
When to Go
The weather is warm to hot year round. Summer (November to April) is hot and humid. Carnival time is probably a more important consideration than weather for deciding when to visit Rio.
Currency
The official currency is the Real.
Passport/Visa Requirements
A passport valid six months or longer after return is required for US citizens. Additional documentation may be required for entering Brazil for US citizens.
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Itinerary 1 – South American Escape
Sugar Loaf Mountain, Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, Corcovado Mountain and Christ the Redeemer, both sides of the famous Iguassu Falls, the Pampas of Argentina, Buenos Aires – the Paris of the South, and a tango performance highlight this itinerary. 7 nights, starting at $2,415 including air. Book it! |
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Itinerary 2 – South American Cruise
The roaring majesty of Iguazu Falls, the crystalline fjords of Chile, the tango in Buenos Aires, penguins in Punta Arenas – all part of the seduction of South America. Discover the landscapes and wildlife of Cape Horn and the Strait of Magellan on your voyage from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago, Chile. 14 days, starting at $2,195. Book it! |
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Itinerary 3 – Customize It!
OK. We’ve given you a couple of ideas. Not quite what you are looking for? Whether you are a solo traveler or a group of 1000, like to rough it or prefer being pampered, we’ll create your dream vacation. We can tweak one of these, or start from scratch. Call today and we’ll get right on it. Book it! |
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