Tepeyac Hill
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Who is our lady of guadalupe?
Who is "Our Lady of Guadalupe"? Who is "San Juan Diego"? Learn more about this incredible devotion and the history of Mary's apparition at the links and FAQs below!
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Tepeyac Hill FAQ
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The Tepeyac Hill at the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine is a recreation of the hill in Mexico where Mary appeared to Saint Juan Diego on Dec. 12, 1531.
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If your Danza is affiliated with a Parish, it may be possible to arrange for your group to dance at the hill. Please fill out the request form at the link below!
Danza Request Form
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The statue of Our Lady of Guadalupe stands around 12 feet tall. The statue of Saint Juan Diego stands around 8 feet tall.
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The statue of Our Lady of Guadalupe weighs approx. 4,400 lbs, and the statue of Saint Juan Diego weighs approx. 3,300 lbs.
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They are both painted bronze.
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Both statues were placed on top of the hill by crane.
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The statues were created by Georgina Farías Nicolópulos, an artist from Mexico City, Mexico.
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Yes! Pilgrims and visitors have the opportunity to walk to the top of Tepeyac Hill and see the statues in person.
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