Cristo del Pacífico, Colossal statue of Jesus on Morro Solar, Peru
The Cristo del Pacífico stands 37 meters high, including its pedestal, with outstretched arms overlooking the Pacific Ocean from Chorrillos district in Lima.
A consortium of Brazilian companies presented this statue to Lima as a gift, leading to its installation and official opening on June 15, 2011.
The statue represents a strong connection between religious symbolism and Peruvian identity, following the architectural style of Rio de Janeiro's Christ the Redeemer.
Visitors can reach the monument through designated pathways that accommodate wheelchairs, making the site accessible to people with mobility requirements.
The statue's metal structure is covered with polyester resin litter, creating a distinctive appearance against the Lima skyline and Pacific Ocean background.
Location: Lima
Inception: 2011
Official opening: June 15, 2011
Height: 15 m
Accessibility: Rolstoeltoegankelijk
GPS coordinates: -12.17426,-77.02877
Latest update: May 11, 2025 09:27
South America preserves a monumental heritage that reflects centuries of history, from pre-Columbian civilizations to the contemporary era. This collection includes archaeological sites, colonial-era religious buildings, public squares, and modern artistic creations scattered across the continent. Each monument tells a part of South American history, whether it be ancient fortresses, Baroque churches, or recent sculptures. Among these sites are the Santa Catalina Arch in Antigua, Guatemala, a 17th-century construction that once connected two convents; the Public Market in Porto Alegre, Brazil, a functioning 19th-century commercial building; and Desert Hand in Chile, a contemporary sculpture of 11 meters rising from the Atacama Desert. The Middle of the World monument near Quito, Ecuador, marks the equator line, while the Christ of the Pacific overlooks Lima from its hill. These monuments, whether of pre-Columbian, colonial, or modern origin, provide tangible insight into the cultural and architectural development of the South American continent.
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