The Christ of Vung Tau is a 32-meter tall white statue of Jesus Christ located on Small Mountain in Vung Tau, overlooking the South China Sea. Built in 1974, it is one of Southeast Asia's tallest Christ statues and serves as both a spiritual landmark and iconic beacon for the coastal city. The statue is accessible by climbing 143 steps and offers panoramic views of Vung Tau harbor and the surrounding coastline.
The statue provides breathtaking coastal views, spiritual significance, and a unique vantage point to appreciate Vung Tau's maritime landscape. It is an offbeat religious monument that combines pilgrimage with scenic tourism.
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Entry fee to Small Mountain
Time
1-2 hours
Cost
₫50k*–₫100k*
Effort
Easy
Time
2 hours
Cost
Free
Effort
Easy
Time
2-3 hours
Cost
Free
Effort
Easy
Time
2 hours
Cost
Free
Effort
Easy
Guided tour with shopping
Time
3 hours
Cost
₫100k*–₫250k*
Effort
Easy
From Ho Chi Minh City, take National Highway 51 southeast towards Vung Tau (approximately 120 km, 2.5-3 hours). Upon arriving in Vung Tau, follow signs to Small Mountain where the Christ statue is located.