Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato, Mexico — The Central Highlands (North America)
The Route of Hidalgo
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, October 1, 2016
1. The Route of Hidalgo Marker
iniciación de la lucha por la
Independencia de Mexico
la Secretaria de Educación Pública
ha erigido 260 estelas como ésta
que marcan la Ruta de Hidalgo
desde Dolores hasta Chihuahua,
lugar de su sacrificio.
15 de septiembre de 1960.
of the glorious struggle for Mexican Independence
the Secretary of Public Education
has erected 260 monuments, like this one,
that mark the Route of Hidalgo
from here in Dolores to Chihuahua,
the place of his final sacrifice.
September 15, 1960
Erected 1960 by la Secretaria de Educación Pública.
Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Patriots & Patriotism • Wars, Non-US.
Location. 21° 9.484′ N, 100° 56.065′ W. Memorial is in Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato. It is on Calle Guanajuato just east of Calle Hidalgo, on the right when traveling west. The marker is on an alleyway to the right of the Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church (Templo de la Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de los Dolores), near the intersection of Calles Guanajuato
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Regionally, this memorial is in Central Mexico and in the Bajío. Globally, it is in North America, 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: House of Mariano Abasolo (a few steps from this marker); From Here Hidalgo Proclaimed Mexican Independence (within shouting distance of this marker); The Decrees of Benito Juárez in Dolores Hidalgo (within shouting distance of this marker); Miguel Hidalgo and the First Insurgents (within shouting distance of this marker); Hidalgo Memorial and Independence Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Casa de Visitas (within shouting distance of this marker); Casiano Éxiga Alley (within shouting distance of this marker); Parish of Nuestro Señora de los Dolores (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dolores Hidalgo.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, October 1, 2016
2. An additional The Route of Hidalgo Marker
This additional marker on the west side of the monument celebrates its restoration in 2010 on the 200th Anniversary of the beginning of the fight for Mexican Independence.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, October 1, 2016
3. Nearby Benito Juárez marker
This additional marker, together with many other dedicatory markers, is located on the Museo Bicentenario (Bicentennial Museum), to the west of the featured marker. It reads:
El C. Lic. Benito Juarez.
Siendo Presidente de la Republica.
A su paso para el norte del país, el 6 de junio de 1863.
Se hospedo aquí, visitó la Casa de Hidalgo.
Regaló un álbum para ella y erigio
en ciudad esta población.
English translation:
Benito Juárez
as President of the Republic,
on his way to the north of the country on June 6, 1863,
stayed here and visited the House of Hidalgo.
He donated an album to the House and
elevated this town to the status of city.
Siendo Presidente de la Republica.
A su paso para el norte del país, el 6 de junio de 1863.
Se hospedo aquí, visitó la Casa de Hidalgo.
Regaló un álbum para ella y erigio
en ciudad esta población.
English translation:
Benito Juárez
as President of the Republic,
on his way to the north of the country on June 6, 1863,
stayed here and visited the House of Hidalgo.
He donated an album to the House and
elevated this town to the status of city.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, October 1, 2016
4. The Route of Hidalgo Marker
The monument includes an eagle with a banner in its beak that reads "Libertad" (Freedom).
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, October 1, 2016
5. A nearby mural of the Mexican Heroes of Independence
From left to right, Miguel Hidalgo, José María Morelos and Vicente Guerrero.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 12, 2018. It was originally submitted on November 22, 2016, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 286 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 22, 2016, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. 3. submitted on November 23, 2016, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. 4, 5. submitted on November 22, 2016, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
