Cristo Rei, Lubango, Catholic monument on Serra de Chela mountain, Lubango, Angola
The white marble statue extends its arms toward the city from an elevation of 2,130 meters above sea level, measuring 30 meters in height.
Portuguese engineer Frazão Sardinha designed this religious structure in 1957, during a period when Portuguese settlers maintained influence in the region.
The Ministry of Culture of Angola declared Cristo Rei a national heritage site in 2014, recognizing its value for both religious and secular visitors.
Visitors can climb internal staircases across two levels to reach viewing points that provide complete views of Lubango and its surrounding landscape.
The statue's nose shows damage from wartime events, creating an unexpected contrast with the traditional Mwila people who gather near its base.
Location: Lubango
Address: 3G56+XQJ, Lubango, Angola Lubango Lubango
GPS coordinates: -14.94017,13.51166
Latest update: March 10, 2025 15:58
The historical and natural sites of Angola extend from Luanda to the provinces. The capital features Fort São Miguel, the Iron Palace, and the Agostinho Neto Mausoleum. Geological formations include Miradouro da Lua and Kalandula Falls. Religious heritage includes the Christ King statue in Lubango and several historical churches. The coastline offers beaches like Mussulo and Santiago. Museums document local history, anthropology, and traditions.
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