Christ the Redeemer (statue) explained to kids

The Christ the Redeemer statue is located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The statue is 98 feet tall and is located on top of Corcovado mountain. It was built to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Brazilian independence. The statue is made of concrete and soapstone. It took nine years to build, and was completed in 1931. It cost $250,000 to build. The statue has become an icon of Rio de Janeiro, and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Brazil. The statue represents Jesus Christ, and is intended to symbolize the love and forgiveness that Christ represents. The statue is often lit up at night, and can be seen from many parts of the city.