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Christ the King
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Christ the King is a monument located in Almada, Portugal. Completed in 1959, this iconic structure stands 110 meters tall, including its pedestal. It was inspired by the Christ the Redeemer statue in Brazil and offers panoramic views of the city and the Tagus River.
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The Christ the King monument was commissioned to express gratitude for Portugal being spared the horrors of World War II. Designed by Francisco Franco de Sousa, it features a 28-meter statue of Jesus Christ atop an 82-meter pedestal. Visitors can access the monument via a short drive from Lisbon and take an elevator to the viewing platform for expansive views of Lisbon and beyond. The site includes a chapel at the base for quiet reflection.