Cristo Rey, Bronze statue of Jesus at Cerro del Cubilete, Mexico
Cristo Rey is a bronze statue standing 20 meters tall at the summit of Cerro del Cubilete at approximately 2,580 meters elevation. The figure with outstretched arms dominates the hilltop and commands views across the vast Bajío plain below.
Construction began in 1944 under the direction of Bishop Valverde as the fifth religious structure built at this location. The project continued a tradition of establishing sacred monuments on this elevated site.
The figure serves as a focal point for Catholic devotion and draws visitors seeking spiritual connection at this elevated location. People come here to express their faith through prayer and reflection, making it a place where personal beliefs take center stage.
Visitors can reach the monument by car along marked routes from nearby Silao, with parking available at the site. The summit includes viewing areas where you can take in the surrounding landscape at your own pace.
Sculptor Fidias Elizondo created the figure using Hellenic artistic traditions, blending classical Greek style with religious symbolism in an unexpected way. This combination of influences makes the monument stand out visually from typical religious structures.
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