Cristo del Otero
The Cristo del Otero (Christ of the Knoll) is a large sculpture and symbol of the city of Palencia in Spain, located on a knoll (otero) on the outskirts of the city. Another name, much less popular, is the Monument to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The sculpture was designed by Victorio Macho, and it is also the location of his tomb.
Monument to Christ | |
| 42°1′42″N 4°31′46″W | |
| Location | Palencia, Palencia Province, Castilla y León, Spain |
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| Designer | Victorio Macho |
| Material | Cement |
| Height | 21 meters |
| Completion date | 12 June 1931 |
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