Escalinatas de los héroes

The Escalinatas de los héroes is a memorial staircase in Tlaxcala decorated with statues of historical figures, featuring a grand ascent with more than 200 steps. The structure sits centrally in the city and serves as a gathering place for public events and celebrations.

The monument was originally built in 1960 as the Independence Staircase to commemorate Mexico's independence. Later additions of Mexican Revolution figures gave it the name it carries today.

The statues along these steps honor important Mexican leaders like Miguel Hidalgo and José María Morelos, which visitors encounter as they walk up the staircase. These figures shape the place and give it meaning as a memorial to national heroes.

The site sits between Mariano Sánchez Boulevard and Vicente Guerrero Avenue in central Tlaxcala. The wide stairs are accessible and easy to navigate, though reaching the top requires a moderate climb.

The railings hold around 670 padlocks placed by couples as symbols of their love. This tradition was inspired by the famous Pont des Arts bridge in Paris and shows how this practice has spread worldwide.