Nazareno de Achaguas facts for kids
Nazareno de Achaguas is a very old wooden statue of Jesus Christ. It's found in the town of Achaguas, Venezuela. This special statue was made in the 1800s.
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A Special Statue from the 1800s
The Nazareno de Achaguas statue was created a long time ago, in the 19th century. It is made entirely of wood and shows Jesus Christ. This statue is very important to the people of Achaguas and all of Venezuela.
Who Commissioned the Statue?
A famous Venezuelan leader named José Antonio Páez asked for this statue to be made. José Antonio Páez was a key figure in Venezuela's history. He was a general who fought for Venezuela's independence from Spain. He later became the first president of Venezuela. He commissioned the statue as a gift to the town of Achaguas.
A National Treasure: Heritage Listing
In 2014, the Venezuelan Ministry of Culture gave the Nazareno de Achaguas a special title: Bien de Interés Cultural. This means it's considered a "Cultural Asset of Interest." It's like saying the statue is a national treasure. This listing helps protect the statue and makes sure it is preserved for future generations. It recognizes the statue's historical and cultural value to the country.
See also
In Spanish: Nazareno de Achaguas para niños
- List of statues of Jesus
