Fresnillo, Mining city in Zacatecas, Mexico
Located on a central plateau at 2,100 meters above sea level, Fresnillo contains extensive mineral deposits and stretches across 4,947 square kilometers of territory.
Founded in 1554 by Francisco de Ibarra, Fresnillo developed around silver mining operations that supplied substantial wealth to Spain during the colonial period.
The Santo Niño de Atocha statue, brought from Spain, stands in Fresnillo as a central religious symbol that draws numerous pilgrims throughout the year.
The city connects to major transportation routes through highways, railways, and air transport, facilitating the distribution of mining and agricultural products.
The Mina Proaño, situated within Fresnillo, ranks among the most productive silver mines worldwide, extracting precious metals from deep underground deposits.
Location: Fresnillo Municipality
Inception: 1554
Founders: Francisco de Ibarra
Elevation above the sea: 2,186 m
Website: http://fresnillo.gob.mx
GPS coordinates: 23.18113,-102.87291
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:42
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