San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico — The Central Highlands (North America)

José María de Jesús Diez de Sollano y Dávalos

Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, February 25, 2019

1. José María de Jesús Diez de Sollano y Dávalos Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

Aquí nació el Dr. y Mtro. Dn José Ma de Jesús Diez de Sollano y Dávalos
20 de Noviembre de 1820.
Socd Amigos de Sn Miguel

English translation:
Here was born the Doctor and Teacher José María de Jesús Diez de Sollano y Dávalos
November 20, 1820.
Society of the Friends of San Miguel

Erected by Sociedad de Amigos de San Miguel.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Churches & Religion • Colonial Era. A significant historical date for this entry is November 20, 1820.

Location. 20° 54.864′ N, 100° 44.699′ W. Marker is in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato. Marker is on Canal just west of Hidalgo, on the left when traveling west. Canal is pedestrian-only on the block in front of the marker. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: San Miguel de Allende GTO 37700, Mexico. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Temple of the Immaculate Conception (within shouting distance of this marker); The Remains of the Insurgents (within shouting distance of this marker); House of Juan Umarán

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Ignacio Ramírez “El Nigromante” Cultural Center (within shouting distance of this marker); Carmen Masip Echazarreta (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Temple of the Immaculate Conception (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Narciso María Loreto de la Canal (about 90 meters away); House of the Primogeniture of de la Canal (about 90 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Miguel de Allende.

Regarding José María de Jesús Diez de Sollano y Dávalos. José María de Jesús Diez de Sollano and Dávalos was the first Bishop of León. He was born in the city of San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, on November 20, 1820. He was rector of the school of San Gregorio, later of the Seminary and also of the University. He was appointed bishop on March 19, 1863, when the diocese of León was created and the Pope chose him as his first bishop. Due to the political situation of the time he could not take possession of his diocese until February 14, 1864. During his tenure the construction of the Catedral of León

Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, February 25, 2019

2. José María de Jesús Diez de Sollano y Dávalos Marker

The marker can be seen to the far left of the building in the center of the photo.

was completed. He also built 110 churches in different parts of his diocese. He distinguished himself by his charity and sobriety. He died in León on June 7, 1881. His tombstone is in the Cathedral, near the main door. His pastoral government lasted 18 years. Translated and adapted from Wikipedia

Credits. This page was last revised on September 1, 2020. It was originally submitted on March 30, 2019, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana. This page has been viewed 333 times since then and 36 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 30, 2019, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana.