domingo, 20 de marzo de 2011

Mazatlan’s Monuments




Mazatlan has the nicest boardwalk in Mexico, 4 miles long. Along the “Malecon” there are over a dozen monuments and statues that in a silent way tell us the history of this wonderful people “Mazatlecos”. These Monuments represent different aspects of the life in Mazatlan past and present. During your visit to Mazatlan I recommend you to take a nice walk, bike or rollerblade along this unique Oceanside walk way.

From South to North:

PEDRO INFANTE

He was the most famous actor and singer in the Mexican cinema in the 50’s. He was love by women and admired by men since then till now days.
Pedro Infante was born in Mazatlan, his statue is a posthumous tribute to his talent.

EL VENADITO

Mazatlan means “Land of deer” so this bronze statue is the representation of that meaning.

FERRUSQUILLA

A tribute to the beloved musician and composer “José Angel Espinoza Ferrusquilla” now living in Mazatlan.

LA MUJER MAZATLECA

Mazatlecan woman, this statue was donated by the Mexican composer and song writer Gabriel Ruiz, the very famous song Mazatlan was composed by him. This statue is recognition to the warmth and beauty of the Mazatlecan women.

LA SIRENITA

On the rocks in the cliff diver’s plaza, this exquisite monument named “La reina de los mares” representing the marine life and richness of the Ocean.



CHINMOY’S

He was a poet, philanthropist, artist, musician and spiritual guide to hundreds of thousands all over the world.

THE MONUMENT OF LIFE

Known by locals as “Los delfines” this honors life and the continuous harmony it should exist between mankind and nature.

THE FISHERMAN’S MONUMENT

Better known as “Monos Bichis” (the naked ones) this a beautiful representation of the fisherman’s simple way of life; with the light house guiding his way back home to his faithful and beautiful love one awaiting for his return.

THE COOPER KETTLE

This was actually used in the production of Pacifico beer; now used as a monument to celebrate the first 100 years birthday of this tasteful Mazatlecan beer.

PULMONIA MONUMENT

Real size sample, this monument honors the most distinctive transportation in Mazatlan. Pulmonias are only found in Mazatlan, they were out on the streets by the first time in 1965, and they have been very popular with locals and foreign who enjoy very much the ride on an open vehicle to admired Mazatlan wonderful views.

LOLA BELTRAN

Also known as the queen of Mexican singers, it is the pride of Sinaloa since she was born and raised in this land. She traveled all over the world representing the Mexican culture.

LEONES MARINOS

This Californian sea lions are very representative since they are found in their natural habitat in rock formations off shores Mazatlan beaches, as well as they do a wonderful show in the acuarium.

MAZATLECAN FAMILY

This monument is an art work from the famous artist Antonio López Saenz. They wanted to make a representative typical Mazatlecan family in serenity waiting for the up coming new century.


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