On March 14, 2026, workers installed the statue’s head, marking a major milestone in the construction of this religious monument. It is set to become one of the most imposing in the region.
The statue, inspired by the iconic Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, overlooks the Bekaa Valley.
Located near the Syrian border, it is designed to be visible for several kilometers around, including from certain areas of Syrian territory.
According to images shared on social media, the final piece — the head of Christ — was installed on March 14.
Despite a tense security situation and Israeli bombings in the region, work reportedly has not been interrupted.
A sign of hope
The Baalbek and Bekaa region is regularly affected by regional tensions, particularly in the context of the conflict between Israel and Lebanon.
In this climate of uncertainty, the continuation of the project is seen by some residents as a sign of hope.
Towering over the surrounding hills, the statue serves as a reminder of the ancient Christian presence in this part of the country and a testament to the faith of local communities. For many, it also represents a symbol of resilience in a land marked by political, economic, and security crises.
It joins the ranks of the statues of Our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa and of St. Charbel in Hammana, monuments of the faith of the Lebanese people.
The full details of the project — including its exact height and the official inauguration date — have not yet been widely released.
However, images of the construction are already generating significant interest among Christians in the region and beyond.
In this conflict-prone region, the erection of this statue of Christ thus appears, to its promoters and to the world, as a visible sign of hope and perseverance.