Glorieta La Minerva
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Why go
- An eight-metre bronze Minerva has Indigenous facial traits adapted from a design for a Greek figure.
- Low-wall inscriptions invoke justice, wisdom and strength as guardians of the city and read “To the glory of Guadalajara.”
- The pedestal honours 18 citizens credited with shaping Guadalajara.
- Since 2014, the site has been the starting point for Guadalajara Pride and a place where Atlas and Chivas teams and fans celebrate titles.
About the work
- Figure
- Minerva holds a spear in her right hand and a shield in her left. A python between her and the shield symbolizes Erichthonius.
- Owl
- An owl accompanies the goddess.
- Water features
- A semicircular curtain of fine spray, cascades below the inscriptions, and two flower-shaped fountains.
- Pedestal
- 25 metres long · 3 metres high
Interesting facts4
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4.5 metric
The bronze figure weighs 4.5 metric tons.
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74 metres
The circular fountain measures 74 metres across.
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86 metres
The grassy circle measures 86 metres across and has seasonal planting, including agave.
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The monument is considered cultural heritage of Jalisco.
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Shorts
Photo spots
- Perimeter walkwayApproach the water basin and main statue for a closer view.Around the fountain basin
History
Governor Agustín Yáñez commissioned the monument and chose Minerva, the Roman counterpart of Athena, hoping to make Guadalajara the “Athens of Mexico.” Sculptors Joaquín Arias and Pedro Medina Guzmán created the bronze figure, and Julio de la Peña designed the monument. The figure was cast in Aguascalientes and delivered in three pieces. Arias declined requests to change the statue’s proportions to make it look more feminine. The hollow statue was later repaired after cracks appeared in its spear, knee and torso.
- 15 September 1956The monument was unveiled.
- September 2025–January 2026Renovation changed the garden and nearby sidewalk and mobility infrastructure.
How to get there
- On footThe monument stands where Avenida Ignacio L. Vallarta, Avenida Adolfo López Mateos, Diagonal Golfo de Cortés and Avenida Circunvalación Agustín Yáñez meet.
- On footThe Arcos de Guadalajara are a few metres away.
Accessibility
- Accessible ramps and audible traffic signals Added during roundabout improvements.
- Benches Added during roundabout restoration.
Sources: Statue of Minerva, Guadalajara - Wikipedia · Guadalajara - Wikivoyage (see) · Glorieta La Minerva - Wikipedia · Glorieta La Minerva - Wikipedia · checked 10 Oct 2026
Questions and answers
When is Glorieta La Minerva open?
The site is open 24 hours every day.
Can pedestrians use Glorieta La Minerva during celebrations?
During some major celebrations, it may close to traffic and open to pedestrians.
Which teams celebrate at Glorieta La Minerva?
Atlas and Chivas fans and players, as well as Chivas Femenil, celebrate championship wins here.
Where was the Glorieta La Minerva bronze figure cast?
In Aguascalientes.
How was the Glorieta La Minerva statue delivered?
In three pieces.
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