Santiago de Querétaro in Querétaro, Mexico — The Central Highlands (North America)
Friar Junipero Serra
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, October 27, 2015
1. Friar Junipero Serra Marker
Fray Junipero Serra
Civilizador de los pueblos pames y jonaces, hombre egregio que vinculo la cultura hispana con las milenarias culturas indígenas de la Sierra Gorda, en donde dejo la huella profunda de su entrega y solidaridad con la humanidad.
Pueblo y gobierno de Queretaro al dedicar este monumento en el bicentenario de su muerte, rinden también férvido homenaje a los heroicos civilizadores que compartieron con el una hazaña imponderable.
English translation:
To the eminent humanist
Friar Junipero Serra
He brought civilization to the pames and jonaces, a distinguished man that linked hispanic culture with the ancient indigenous cultures of the Sierra Gorda, where he left the deep imprint of his commitment and solidarity with humanity.
The people and government of Querétaro dedicate this monument on the bicentennial of his death, and pay a fervent tribute to those at the heroic vanguard of civilization that shared with him this imponderable feat.
Erected 1984.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Indigenous Peoples and Communities • Religion & Religious Structures.
Location. 20°
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Regionally, this marker is in Central Mexico and in the Bajío. Globally, it is in North America, specifically in Mesoamerica, on the Ring of Fire, and in the Western Hemisphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, a Spanish colony, and the Aztec Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Friar Antonio Margil de Jésus (here, next to this marker); The Founders of Santiago de Querétaro (within shouting distance of this marker); Fountain of the Virgin del Pilar (within shouting distance of this marker); Querétaro, Cultural Heritage of Humanity (within shouting distance of this marker); Founding and History of the Church of the Holy Cross (within shouting distance of this marker); Temple and Convent of Santa Cruz (within shouting distance of this marker); Historical Events at the Church of the Holy Cross (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Friar Antonio Margil de Jesus Ros (about 90 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Santiago de Querétaro.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, October 27, 2015
2. Friar Junipero Serra Marker
The marker and statue is on the left. On the right is a marker and statue for Fray Antonio Margil de Jésus. The Temple of the Holy Cross is in the background.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, March 31, 2018
3. Friar Junipero Serra statue above the marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 11, 2018. It was originally submitted on November 7, 2015, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 436 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 7, 2015, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. 3. submitted on May 11, 2018, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
