Overview
San José de Gracia is a small town in Aguascalientes designated as one of Mexico's Pueblo Magicos, famous for its 29-meter Broken Christ statue that overlooks the lake. The original town lies submerged beneath the lake surface, flooded when the Plutarco Dam was built in 1927, making the statue a powerful symbol of community resilience and displaced families.
Budget Travel · Day Trips · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
Limited connectivity expected—4G is available but slow/intermittent; 5G not yet available. Plan offline maps and downloads.
Culture
The Broken Christ statue is a place of pilgrimage; visitors leave offerings. Dress modestly when visiting the statue.
Transport
Taxis from Aguascalientes (40 min) are the most practical way to reach San José de Gracia. Nearest airports are Queretaro (1 hour) and Zacatecas (1.5 hours).
Weather
Located in central Mexico's highlands; best visited during dry season (October-April) for outdoor activities.
