Cristo de la Concordia, Cochabamba

Cochabamba's Cristo de la Concordia is the largest statue of Christ in the world. Photo Ryan Greenberg.

Christo de la Concordia Statue

View of the Christ of Peace from its base. Photo Marco en Stephanie.

Christ of Peace Statue

Photo Lucas.

Closer look at Christ's majestic but loving face. Photo Josie.

View

View of Cochabamba from the statue. Photo Lucas.

Vertigo

A dizzying view of the statue's shadow from above. Photo Lucas.

Inside

Supporting structure inside the right arm. Photo Lucas.

Made of steel and cement, the Cristo de la Concordia (Christ of Peace) sculpture in Cochabamba is the largest statue of Christ in the world. It surpasses its more famous counterpart in Brazil by just a few centimeters.

History

Construction of the colossal statue began on July 12, 1987, and was completed on November 20, 1994.

What to See

Both the Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue in Rio de Janeiro and this in Bolivia are 33m (108 ft.) tall, because Christ died when he was 33 years old. Cochabambinos say the extra height is appropriate, since Christ actually lived "33 years and a bit."

From the base of the statue there are fine views of the valley of Cochabamba and Tunari, the highest peaks in the area. On Sunday, visitors can climb to the top of the statue itself for even more magnificent views.

Cristo de la Concordia was modeled on the famous Cristo Redentor statue in Rio, but locals believe this one has a more loving appearance. The Copacabana version does have more human features and its arms are outstretched in a welcoming embrace.

Quick Facts

Site Information

Names:	Cristo de la Concordia; Christ of Peace
Location:	Cochabamba, Bolivia
Category:	Colossal Statue
Faith:	Christianity
Denomination:	Catholic
Status:	monument
Date:	1987-94
Architect:	Cesar and Walter Terrazas Pardo
Size:	Height: 33m (108 ft)
Features:	Largest

Visitor Information

Coordinates:	17.384342° S, 66.135131° W (view on Google Maps)
Address:	Av. Las Heroinas, Cochabamba, Bolivia
Hours:	Site open: Tue-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 9am-8pm Statue open for climbing: Sundays
Cost:	Free to visit; cable car 3Bs each way
Photography:	Permitted
Services:	Outdoor Mass on Sunday mornings.
Parking:	There is a parking lot more than halfway up the hill, from which there is a short uphill walk to the statue.

Note: This information was accurate when published and we do our best to keep it updated, but details such as opening hours can change without notice. To avoid disappointment, please check with the site directly before making a special trip.

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Location Map

Below is a location map and aerial view of Cristo de la Concordia. Using the buttons on the left, zoom in for a closer look or zoom out to get your bearings. Click and drag the map to move around. For a larger view, see our Cochabamba Map.

Article Sources

Article written by Holly Hayes with reference to the following sources:

Frommer's South America
Lonely Planet Bolivia
Cristo de la Concordia - Wikipedia
Reviews of Cristo de la Concordia - TripAdvisor

Article last updated: 07/02/2009.