Mirador, Aqueduct, & Panteon of Illustrious Queretanos

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January 19th 2015

Published: January 21st 2015

This album features photos taken from the mirador (scenic viewpoint) overlooking Queretaro's wonderful aqueduct. Also located here is the large Panteon (cemetery) of Illustrious Queretanos. The aqueduct, one of the largest in Mexico, is the symbol of the city of Queretaro. The 1298 m long structure has 74 stone arches with an average height of 28.5 m. It was built between 1726 & 1735 at the reque... Read Full Entry

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Don José Germán Patiño Díaz

Don José Germán Patiño Díaz was a great painter, draftsman, photographer, writer and restaurateur who helped establish the Regional Museum of Querétaro & promoted the first cultural groups in the region. He saved and sheltered part of this cultural heritage during the armed struggle of 1910.

Pbro. Don Félix García Nabor Osores Sotomayor (1760-1851),

was the first priest of the city’s parish of Santa Ana. This remarkable man of his time is considered the Father of the state of Querétaro. His statue was inaugurated on February 5, 1989.

Fray Mariano de las Casas

was a noted architect & sculptor famous for Mexican Baroque. His greatest work is considered to be the city church of Santa Rosa de Viterbo , described as a jewel of baroque architecture.

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22nd January 2015

ferby
Fred Perry

Love your colour saturation!
You've given a really fine coverage, Rainy. The colours are superb, and the background you gave about the aqueduct is really interesting ... it's sure a long one! Many thanks.

22nd January 2015

Anna
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Mirador
Love these pictures! The Mirador reminds me of the Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence. Love the panoramic view, especially of the aqueduct. :)

22nd January 2015

Eva M
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Markets ..
I would go crazy here. I couldn't resist the colors and textures :)

22nd January 2015

Rainyb
Lorraine Brecht

Eva:
I bought most of my trip treasures here ;o) The prices were good, business was light, & they loved to bargain, esp if i bought a bunch ;o).

22nd January 2015

Eva M
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Domed structure ..
It immediately reminded me of an old Spanish helmet. Surprised you can't find out what it is :)

22nd January 2015

Rainyb
Lorraine Brecht

Eva:
I think it's a concert stage like an amphitheater? I googled it like crazy with no luck. Maybe a local will let me know??

24th January 2015

BenH
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Thanks for another detailed article
on this lovely city.

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