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Municipality in Aguascalientes, Mexico
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San José de Gracia is a small town in Aguascalientes, known for its 29-meter-high "Broken Christ" statue and as a playground for outdoor enthusiasts coming to play on the lake or on the rocks and caves of the nearby Boca del Tunel park. The town is designated as one of Mexico's Pueblos Magicos.
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Broken Christ
29-meter-high sculpture of Christ without a right arm or right leg. The statue is the work of artist Miguel Romo. It is an unmistakable icon that looks over the lake, excellent vistas from the pavilion around it.
Mouth of the Tunnel Adventure Park
Deep canyon area with a lagoon on the bottom and sheer rock walls. A variety of outdoor adventure activities can be experienced here from horseback and mountain bike riding, to zip lining, climbing, and caving. The site has 2 zip lines and 13 suspension bridges.
Traditional open-air palapa-style restaurant. Generous portions, the pork chop (chuleta) is recommended. Large free parking lot.
Moderate family-style restaurant with absolutely incredible views of the canyon. Food is mostly seafood (ceviche, filetes, etc.)
Modern hotel with large, clean rooms, plenty of hot water, good service.
The two closest airports to San Jose de Gracia are 1 hour away: Queretaro (QRO) and 1½ hour away: Zacatecas (ZCL).
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Aguascalientes · International · AGU
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