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Sanctuary of Christ the King
CultureVisit: ~120 min
Religious monument in Almada, on the south bank of the Tagus opposite Lisbon. Opened in 1959, it is a large statue of Christ with open arms on a high pedestal, inspired by Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro. From the viewpoint you can see the city, the 25 de Abril Bridge and the estuary. You get there by ferry from Cais do Sodré to Cacilhas and then a bus.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Sanctuary of Christ the King: 3 missions
- Cross the Tagus by ferry to CacilhasTake the ferry at Cais do Sodré and watch the city skyline recede.
- Spot the 25 de Abril Bridge from the viewpointGo up to the viewpoint and find the 25 de Abril Bridge and central Lisbon across the river.
- Photograph the statue from its baseGo up to the foot of the monument and frame it with the pedestal and the figure's outstretched arms.
Near Sanctuary of Christ the King
25 de Abril Bridge1.3 km awayFrigate Dom Fernando II e Glória2.3 km awayMuseu do Centro Científico e Cultural de Macau2.7 km awayCarris Museum2.7 km awayLX Factory2.8 km awayElectricity Museum (Central Tejo)2.9 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Sanctuary of Christ the King?
Allow about 2 h for the visit.
What is there to do at Sanctuary of Christ the King?
Cross the Tagus by ferry to Cacilhas, Spot the 25 de Abril Bridge from the viewpoint and Photograph the statue from its base.
What is there to see near Sanctuary of Christ the King?
25 de Abril Bridge (1.3 km), Frigate Dom Fernando II e Glória (2.3 km) and Museu do Centro Científico e Cultural de Macau (2.7 km).
Source: Wikipedia