Redeemer

Stunning 3D scans show internal structure of Christ the Redeemer statue

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Stunning 3D laser scans show the internal structure of Brazil’s famous Christ the Redeemer statue for the first time A team of specialists took more than 180 million points of data using the scanner This allowed them to create an internal and external recreation of the statue The work was carried out just before 90th birthday … Read more

Rio’s Christ the Redeemer statue is lit up as a doctor in tribute to healthcare workers

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Heal the world: Rio’s Christ the Redeemer statue is lit up as a doctor in tribute to healthcare workers fighting coronavirus across the globe The flags of several countries affected by the outbreak were also projected on The city’s archbishop held mass at the base of the statue during the light show The slogan ‘Fique … Read more

Brazil’s Christ the Redeemer is lit up with the flags of countries affected by coronavirus

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Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue was last night lit up with the flags of countries struck down by the coronavirus pandemic. The 125ft monument, which towers over Rio de Janeiro, had #praytogether projected on it in different languages. Archbishop Orani João Tempesta held mass at the landmark during the light show and called for people … Read more