Towering statue of Jesus Christ in Vung Tau

Christ the King statue in Vung Tau city, Ba Ria – Vung Tau province was built by Vietnam Catholic Association in 1974 and completed it in 1993. It is a famous destination in Vung Tau city.

Christ the King statue stands on Mount Nho (Mount Small) in Vung Tau City, Ba Ria–Vung Tau Province (Photo: VNA)

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The statue was recognised as the largest Christian statue across Asia in 2012 (Photo: VNA)

There is a 133-step staircase inside the statue (Photo: VNA)

A historical site comprising of old cannons dating back to the French Colonialism Rule in late 19th – early 20th century are located under the feet of the statue (Photo: VNA)

Visitors have to hike on hundreds of stone steps before reaching Christ the King statue (Photo: VNA)

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Visitors pose for photos in the site of Christ the King statue (Photo: VNA)

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A view of Vung Tau city from Christ the King statue (Photo: VNA)

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