Cristo de las Noas, Colossal statue of Jesus on Cerro de las Noas hill, Torreón, Mexico.
Description
Cristo de las Noas is a colossal Jesus statue made of reinforced concrete that stands on a hilltop overlooking Torreón, dominating the city's skyline with its imposing scale. The structure was designed to be visible from many parts of the city and serves as a visual landmark for the region.
History
Construction began in 1973 under the direction of José Rodriguez Tenorio and took several decades to complete. This extended timeline shows the enormous effort required to build a monument of this scale in the region.
Culture
The name comes from a native cactus species that grows on the hill, linking the monument to the local desert landscape. Visitors can observe this plant life and understand the connection between the location and its surroundings.
Practical
Visitors can reach the site by car, with parking available at the location. A panoramic restaurant on site provides views across the surrounding region and a place to rest during your visit.
Did you know?
The statue ranks as the largest Christ monument in North America, surpassed only by two others in Latin America. Its placement on a desert hilltop makes it visible from far across the city and surrounding lands.
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