Cerro del Cubilete explained

The Cerro del Cubilete ("Dice Cup Hill") is a hill in Silao, Guanajuato, in Mexico. Approximately 30 miles southeast of Léon, it is said to be the geographical center of Mexico.[1] [2] Rising above sea level, Cerro del Cubilete offers a panoramic view of Bajío.[3] [4] At the top of the hill is the 25 metre high Cristo Rey (Christ the King) statue by Mexican sculptor Fidias Elizondo, which attracts many visitors on pilgrimages.

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21.012°N -101.369°W

Notes and References

  1. News: 26 February 2019 . Tens of thousands attend youth pilgrimage to Mexico's Cristo Rey shrine . 2024-08-24 . Catholic News Agency.
  2. Book: Carlson, Loraine . Mexico: An extraordinary guide . 1971 . Rand McNally . 310 . 75-160263.
  3. News: 11 March 2021 . Adventure and Ecotourism in Guanajuato . 2024-08-24 . Mexico Daily Post.
  4. Book: Palencia Oyarzabal, Ceferino . Guanajuato y Querétaro: ruta de la independencia . 1982 . Everest . 84-241-4455-4 . Madrid . 9 . es.

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