The first long weekend of the year is just around the corner, and if you’re looking to take advantage of it to visit somewhere, then you should give yourself the opportunity to explore the most beautiful little town in Jalisco: it boasts a dam, a spring, and a 7-meter-tall Christ the King statue.
We’re talking about Ejutla, one of the least populated towns in Jalisco, and not frequently visited by tourists, but it will undoubtedly surprise you with its beauty, attractions, and architecture.
Here, the vegetation is abundant, ranging from all kinds of shrubs to large prickly pear cacti and palm trees. It also possesses abundant natural resources that make it a magical place, even though it doesn’t officially hold that title.
Ejutla will surprise you with its incredible attractions, which are numerous and perfect for spending a few relaxing days connecting with nature and admiring its architecture.
You can enjoy various sports activities, such as kayaking, boating, and even watch a fishing tournament held among the locals at different times of the year.
It’s a natural treasure where a spring of crystal-clear water flows and where you’ll find small waterfalls perfect for a refreshing dip. You can also spend a day with your family enjoying the grills, tables, benches, and relaxing in the shade of the trees.
This place has existed since 1833, so there are several legends surrounding it. Currently, it houses the Adoratrices nuns, who are in charge of making various products such as rompope (a type of eggnog), wafers, pirulines (a type of candy) made with honey, tamarind pulp, and baked cookies.
Christ the King
Finally, and perhaps its main attraction, is Christ the King, a monumental work by the Guadalajara sculptor Luis Larios, built in 1975 and standing 16 meters tall. The statue itself measures only seven meters, while its base, an octagonal chapel, stands nine meters tall.
It’s worth noting that to reach it, you have to climb a staircase of 100 steps, but we’re sure it will be absolutely worth it.
To get to Ejutla, you have to travel approximately 200 kilometers from Guadalajara, about three hours by car on Federal Highway 80, which connects Guadalajara to the South Coast and passes through the municipalities of Acatlán de Juárez, Villa Corona, Cocula, Tecolotlán, and Unión de Tula.
Once on this highway, you’ll have to turn left and continue for about 40 minutes along a narrow, winding road until you reach your destination.
Source: radioformula
