Christ of the Sacred Heart facts for kids
| Cristo del Sagrado Corazón | |
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| Type | Statue |
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| Height | 75-foot-tall (23 m) |
| Dedicated to | Jesus |
The Christ of the Sacred Heart (Spanish: Cristo del Sagrado Corazón) is a huge statue of Jesus. It stands about 75 feet (23 meters) tall! You can find it high above the town of El Morro in Baja California, Mexico. This town is about six miles south of the city of Rosarito.
The statue is easy to spot from the coastal Las Rocas Resort and Spa. Many people enjoy the great view of the statue from there.
What is the Christ of the Sacred Heart Statue?
This impressive statue shows Jesus with his Sacred Heart. It weighs a massive 40 tons, which is like 40 small cars!
The top parts of the statue, like the head, chest, and arms, are made from strong steel. The lower part of the body is made from fiberglass.
Where is the Statue Located?
The Christ of the Sacred Heart statue sits on top of a hill. This spot used to have a small cross. Local people would often place flowers there on special holy days.
The statue was asked for by a person named Antonio Pequeno Guerrero. It stands as a powerful symbol in the area.
See also
- List of statues of Jesus
- List of tallest statues
- In Spanish: Cristo del Sagrado Corazón para niños
