🕊️ Christ the Redeemer

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Best time: May to October, when the summit is less often in cloud

The 30-metre Christ with open arms atop Corcovado, looking over Rio's bays, Sugarloaf Mountain and beaches. One of the New Seven Wonders.

Good to know

• Ride the century-old cog train up; book a time slot in advance.
• Take the first train of the morning for fewer clouds and crowds.