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Viewpoint · Taxco, Guerrero
Cristo Monumental de Taxco
Statue of Christ with outstretched arms atop the Atache hill above Taxco, overlooking the town of white houses and the mountains.
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About Cristo Monumental de Taxco
The Cristo Monumental sits atop Atache hill, above downtown Taxco. It is a white statue of Christ with outstretched arms, about 20 meters tall, inaugurated in 2002, and visible from many points in town.
From the viewpoint surrounding the statue you get a broad view of Taxco: the white houses with red roofs scattered on the slopes, the towers and dome of Santa Prisca in the middle, and, beyond, the mountains of northern Guerrero.
The ascent is made by taxi or van along steep, narrow streets. There is also a cable car that climbs from the town entrance to Monte Taxco hill, another viewpoint on the opposite side.
At late afternoon the light turns the town golden, and at night the lit houses trace a pattern on the slopes.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
30 minutes to 1 hour.
Best time
At late afternoon, to see the town in low light and as the lights come on.
How to get there
It sits atop Atache hill, about 2 km from the center, accessed via steep streets. You go by taxi or van.
Tip
Combine it with the Monte Taxco cable car to get both views of the town.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Cristo Monumental de Taxco
How tall is the Christ of Taxco?
About 20 meters.
How to get up to the Christ of Taxco?
By taxi or van, via steep streets.
Is there another viewpoint in Taxco?
Yes, the one on Monte Taxco, reached by the cable car.