Record SL-767306 · Wikidata Q506938
Corcovado
No list classifications
Elevation
710
m
2,329 ft
Prominence
—
Isolation
—
Coordinates
22.9519° S,
43.2106° W
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaCorcovado (Brazilian Portuguese pronunciation: [koʁkoˈvadu]; meaning "Hunchback") is a mountain in central Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is a 710-metre (2,330-foot) granite peak located in the Tijuca Forest, a national park. Corcovado hill lies just west of the city center but is wholly within the city limits and visible from great distances. It is known worldwide for the statue of Jesus atop its peak, entitled Christ the Redeemer.
Best months
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alto das Paineiras | 532 m | NW 312° | 0.8 km |
| Alto da Coroa | 482 m | N 341° | 0.9 km |
| Pedra do Sapo | 351 m | SW 246° | 0.9 km |
| Morro Dona Marta | 364 m | NE 62° | 1.6 km |
| Alto do Sumaré | 753 m | W 274° | 2.0 km |
| Morro do Sumaré | 556 m | NW 319° | 2.1 km |