The statue(雕像) of Christ the Redeemer(救世主) in Rio de Janeiro. One of the world's most iconic(標誌性的) monuments.
The famous Brazilian landmark, which is perched(背依) on top of the 700 metre Corcovado Mountain, is celebrating its 80th birthday.
It took five years to build and was inaugurated(揭碑) in October 1931. Now up to ten thousand visitors flock to(湧向) the 38 metre tall figure every day.
The famous Brazilian landmark, which is perched(背依) on top of the 700 metre Corcovado Mountain, is celebrating its 80th birthday.
It took five years to build and was inaugurated(揭碑) in October 1931. Now up to ten thousand visitors flock to(湧向) the 38 metre tall figure every day.
this report is from bbc learning english
http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/learningenglish/language/wordsinthenews/2011/10/111012_vwitn_redeemer.shtml
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