Christ the King statue
Christ the King statue, Colossal statue of Jesus on Cerro de los Cristales hill, Cali, Colombia.
The reinforced concrete and soapstone monument reaches 26 meters in height, with outstretched arms overlooking the Valle del Cauca Department from 1,440 meters elevation.
The statue opened on October 23, 1953, marking five decades since the conclusion of the War of a Thousand Days in Colombia.
Artist Carlos Andrés Gómez created 34 biblical scenes along the ravines, with sculptures ranging from 50 centimeters to 5 meters in height.
Visitors can reach the statue via public MIO transportation to Bellavista station, followed by a Jeep ride and a 20-minute walk to the summit.
The hill earned its name from the substantial deposits of quartz crystals found in the surrounding area, adding geological interest to the religious site.
Location: Valle del Cauca Department
Inception: October 25, 1958
Official opening: October 23, 1953
Elevation above the sea: 1,440 m
Height: 26 m
Made from material: reinforced concrete, soapstone
GPS coordinates: 3.44083,-76.55417
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:50
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