[2024 Almada Attraction] Travel Guide for Sanctuary of Christ the King (Updated Nov)

Jesus overlooking the city of Lisbon

#celebratewithtrip The 1950s Sanctuary of Christ the King is a Catholic monument and shrine dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ overlooking the city of Lisbon, situated in Almada. The statue was inspired by the Christ of Redeemer statue of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The monument was erected on an isolated clifftop 133 meters above sea level. It consists of a trapezoidal pedestal of 82 meters height, formed by four arches and a platform, supporting the 28 meters image of Christ. The journey by public transport is not difficult, a scenic ferry ride from Cais do Sodre to Cacilhas ferry terminal, and then take the bus 3001 to the monument, the bus station is just beside the ferry terminal. For visitors, the main draw is the magnificent panoramic view over Lisbon and the Ponte 25 de Abril. €6 is the entrance fee to the viewing platform on the top by lift.

I once saw this saying: "If God can save Portugal from war, build a statue on the other side of Lisbon that shows the Sacred Heart of Jesus." I don't know if this statue of the Sacred Heart is copied from Lisbon. Its still Rios plagiarism of the sovereign state. In short, its still worth a visit. The Great Jesus is actually located in the Almaida area on the other side of the Belm area, and its tall figure has long been one of the landmarks of the city of Lisbon. The statue of Jesus is 110 meters high. The statue is a viewing platform that can be reached by elevator (5). There is a small prayer room on the ground floor of the base, and a direct elevator to the top view platform. Here you can see the Tejo River and the opposite Lisbon cityscape, as well as the famous April 25th Bridge. The bridge is very similar in shape to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, USA, and is said to have been built by the same company. When the bridge was built, it was the fifth largest suspension bridge in the world at that time.

The Big Jesus in Lisbon is 110 meters high and is situated on the green hill at the end of the bridge on April 25. This statue of Jesus is exactly the same as the statue of Jesus in Rio, Brazil. It is whether Lisbon copied plagiarism or whether Rio copied the sovereign state, it would be confusing, but it is indeed worth a visit. The picture in the church below Jesus tells the history of its architecture, and the stories of the devout women who thank God for blessing them who survived World War II. Take the elevator to the observation deck, where you can enjoy the beautiful view of the opposite city of Lisbon and the magnificent river view of the Tejo River. In addition, the church provides a variety of services for the congregation, including confession and baptism. The most important thing to mention is the wedding. Intentional visitors can arrange a special wedding on the trip to give the bride a surprise.

Sanctuary of Christ the King - Lisbon 🇵🇹

Well worth the journey out of the city. The Sanctuary of Christ the King was a real take a step back moment. I was in awe of the size of it and the outlook it had over the wonderful city of Lisbon was astonishing. This statue in Lisbon was inspired by the statue of similar meaning in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The project was inaugurated in 1959 to express gratitude because the Portuguese were spared direct destructive effects of World War II. #photolocation #lisbon #christtheking #portugal

Sanctuary of Christ the King-Portugal

Visiting the Sanctuary of Christ the King in Portugal was an inspiring experience. The monumental statue is located on a hill, offering stunning views of Lisbon and the Tagus River. I enjoyed exploring the square around the statue, taking in the breathtaking views and the serene atmosphere. The ambiance was peaceful, and I reflected on the architectural details and the spiritual message conveyed by the place. I enjoyed taking photos and capturing the beautiful moments. Visiting the Sanctuary of Christ the King added a spiritual touch to my journey and allowed me to appreciate the beauty of Lisbon from a new perspective.

Crust Rei statue

#springblossom This is Cristo Rei statue that was inspired by the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This is a statue of Jesus Christ located in Almada, across the Tagus River from Lisbon, Portugal. The statute itself stands a height of 92 feet with its arms outstretched in a welcoming gesture, is one of the tallest statutes in Europe. Over here, you can have an overlooks the city of Lisbon, panoramic views of the capital and its surroundings. Business Hours: 10am - 6pm Address: Av. Do Cristo Rei, 2800-058 Almada, Portugal Reasons to Recommend: View of the city of Lisbon

🇵🇹 Sanctuary of the Christ of King ✝️

The Sanctuary of Christ the King is a Catholic monument and shrine located in Almada, the southern bank of Tagus River in Lisbon. The Catholic statue was inspired by the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The monument was built after World War II and inaugurated in 1959. This is probably the best place in Lisbon which offers stunning views of the 25 April Bridge which connects the city of Lisbon and Almada. The entrance ticket costs 8€ and allows you to take the lift to the top floor. From there you still have to climb a few flights of stairs to reach the observation deck where the statue of Jesus Christ is built. The viewpoint at the bottom of the monument also offers great views and walking on the ground surrounding the monument is completely free. 📍 Santuário de Cristo Rei Av. do Cristo Rei, 2800-058 Almada, Portugal #thingstodo #lisbon #portugal #monument #shrine #cristorei #tripblazers #almada #tagus #river #statue #jesuschrist #viewpoint

Lisbon Cristo Rei

#lisbontravel great place. nice food and amazing view. easily spend 3 days here. Will go again if I have the time.