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jennifer rose

Jul 16, 2007, 5:43 PM

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Cristo Rey

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Nope, I'm not spouting religion here. I'm asking about the monument in Guanajuato. Is it really in the geographical center of the country, or is that myth? Has anyone here visited the monument? Willing to share experiences about it?

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Jul 16, 2007, 6:16 PM

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Re: [jennifer rose] Cristo Rey

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I'm not going to give you a direct answer - you might wish to read http://www.mexconnected.com/...icles/tbdid1002.html to find the answer for yourself... Enjoy!!

pipjane

Jul 18, 2007, 12:08 PM

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I've been! My son came over on vacation from England last year and he thought the visit to the statue and the air balloon flight over SMA were the 'high' spots of his trip - in more ways than one!

The trip up the sides of the mountains is exciting - or terrifying if your driver is looking at the view rather than the winding road. (As usual in Mexico there are no barriers to stop you driving off the edge.) At the top there are some little outdoor cafés and souvenir stalls. Nothing very exciting!

You can park and have a picnic if you like - or just stand around taking photos of the incredible view, and of the statue of course. I don't know what goes on inside the building at the top but there's a chuch there if you're of that persuasion. We're all heathens and just enjoyed the natural views stretching out for miles and miles.

I've never met anyone else who's been there but we really enjoyed it!
(Don't go on a foggy or rainy day!)
Pip

jerezano

Jul 18, 2007, 1:47 PM

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Hello pipjane,

Your son has good taste. You do too. But that taste is missing much. You said:>>I don't know what goes on inside the building at the top but there's a chuch there if you're of that persuasion. We're all heathens and just enjoyed the natural views stretching out for miles and miles.<<

All people are welcomed into Christian churches. Especially heathens. But that is beside the point. Here in México, so much of the art, architecture, customs and daily life are mixed up in the churches that if you do not enter and at least look at the architecture and the appointments, and at the religious events poster, if there is one, you will miss some of the world's most exciting architecture, art and you may even see the temple dressed for a wedding or other important event. In fact, if there is a wedding going on you are at liberty to view the rites and see the customs of the people which are being followed. And the reception, at least in small towns just might be open to all. All you have to do is leave a small gift for the couple.

If you have good taste, then feed it.

Adiós. jerezano.

TigerTonio

Jul 19, 2007, 7:39 PM

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There's a terrific feature on Cristo Rey/Cubilete Mountain in the August 2007 issue of National Geographic. I purchased my English edition at Sanborns. For those without access to National Geographic, you can read the story here: http://www7.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0708/feature4/. But if you do have access, by all means pick it up! This issue also includes a fascinating cover feature on the Maya with new info (new to me, anyway).

I have visited Cristo Rey twice and I enjoyed the trek both times. I got the impression both times not to look too much like a gawker as there were people there who were serious in their worship. There are some great roadside eateries near the top, too.

(This post was edited by Tio Toño on Jul 19, 2007, 7:41 PM)