Christ the King Statue, Vũng Tàu

The Christ the King Statue, also known as the Outstretched Arms of Christ Statue, is located in Phường 2, Vũng Tàu City, Bà Rịa – Vũng Tàu. This Vũng Tàu attraction lies right in the city center, making it easy for visitors to find, explore and take plenty of memorable photos.

In 1972, the Vũng Tàu parish began constructing a monument to Jesus at Mũi Nghinh Phong. However, for several reasons, the statue had to be dismantled in 1974, and construction was moved to a new site on núi Nhỏ (Tao Phùng). Work stopped in 1975 after the first phase was completed. In 1992, the structure was restored and construction of the second phase began.

However, because it stands on núi Tao Phùng at an elevation of 176m above sea level, very close to the coast and exposed to a harsh climate with frequent strong winds and intense sunshine, the structure and scale of the Outstretched Arms of Christ Statue had to be redesigned from the original 1972 plans.

• See also: The complete A-Z guide to traveling in Vũng Tàu