Peru installs 46-foot statue of Pope Leo ahead of visit

Lima, Nov 7 (Sputnik/UNI) The tallest statue in the world dedicated to the head of the Catholic Church has been installed in the Peruvian port city of Callao ahead of Pope Leo XIV's visit, Mayor of Callao province Cesar Perez said. "Its height is fourteen metres (46 feet), including the pedestal. It is the tallest statue in the world (in honour of the Pope). We are proud that we were able to present our beloved Pope Leo XIV with a sign of love, faith and affection," the mayor said on Friday. On Thursday, the statue was shipped overland in parts…