This monument offers a unique experience to those who visit it

Cristo Rei, in Almada, is one of the most recognisable icons of the Lisbon region, with a panoramic view over the Tagus and the city. Inspired by the Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, in a context of reconstruction and hope after the Second World War, it symbolises faith and welcome with its open arms.

Inaugurated in 1959, the monument was funded by a national campaign and built on a pedestal with four pillars representing the cardinal points. The statue, 28 metres high, rests on a base that raises the whole to 113 metres, offering a striking presence in the landscape.

Cristo Rei is an unmissable monument, with a lift that takes visitors to the top, where they can enjoy an unforgettable view of Lisbon and the Tagus. The surrounding gardens create a serene atmosphere, ideal for moments of contemplation and reflection.

GALLERY

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More information

Cristo Rei
Alto do Pragal, Av. Cristo Rei, 2800-058 Almada
T +351 212 751 000
E-mail: info@cristorei.pt