OMG, what a view! Repair crews start fixing Christ the Redeemer's fingers after lightning hit Rio's famous Jesus statue

PHOTOS of repairs to the Christ the Redeemer statue reveal a different side to one of the world's most recognisable landmarks.

A worker inspects the arm of the Christ Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro. Picture: AP

AN act of God was to blame, but "healing" Jesus is a task for ordinary mortals - albeit daredevils with no fear of heights.

After lightning strikes damaged the fingers and head of Rio de Janeiro's most famous landmark, the Christ the Redeemer statue, attention has now turned to the necessary repairs. The right thumb of the statue was chipped during a violent storm last week, while its right middle finger and a spot on its head were damaged last month. If you don't mind heights, the views from this "office" aren't too bad. The 38m tall statue sits at the peak of Rio's Corcovado mountain, with spectacular views overlooking the enormous city. The task of getting inside Jesus's head might seem a difficult one for most of us but that's exactly what these guys have had to do - climbing through a trapdoor to the top of the iconic statue. Workers have climbed the statue to inspect the damage, and officials say they'll place more lightning rods on the statue in an effort to prevent future damage. Giving Jesus the finger - so to speak - is no simple task. The repairs are expected to take about four months - so this modern wonder of the world should be back in tip-top shape in time for the influx of World Cup tourists mid-year. The statue will remain open to tourists while repairs are carried out. The Christ was inaugurated in 1931 and underwent a $4 million renovation in 2010. Learn more about the Christ the Redeemer statue at its official website. More: Six reasons to visit Brazil in 2014 Extra flights for Brazil World Cup