The Procesión de los Cristos gives Villa de Pozos a distinct cultural focal point. The religious tradition dates back to the 19th century and has continued for more than 120 years; families preserve the images of Christ from one generation to the next. Those interested in religious heritage and local history will find a tangible way here to connect with one of the town’s most representative traditions.
The Procesión de los Cristos
The procession is marked by a walking parade accompanied by candles, banners, and music. For the residents of Villa de Pozos, it is a symbol of their identity. Each year it brings together hundreds of families; a description published in 2026 mentions more than 600 images of Christ. More than 400 Cristos are cited for the 2025 celebration, carried by families from the four cuarteles of Villa de Pozos along the main streets of the municipal seat.
On August 10, 2026, the municipal council of Villa de Pozos unanimously recognized the procession as intangible cultural heritage of the municipality and supported the application for recognition as intangible cultural heritage of the state. At that time, recognition at the state level was still in process. If you want to plan your trip around the procession, check the specific event dates in advance.
History of Settlement, Mining, and Art
Villa de Pozos was founded in 1592 by Diego de Tapia as Real de San Francisco de los Pozos. A historic hacienda de beneficio in Villa de Pozos served the miners of Cerro de San Pedro. The founding date and mining connection provide distinct historical points of reference alongside the religious tradition.
Representative sights in Villa de Pozos include the Parroquia de San Francisco de Asís and Jardín Hidalgo. The traditional Iglesia del Panalillo is also featured as a representative site in the municipality’s cultural and historical offerings. Together, these places provide different points of reference for understanding the municipality’s history and cultural heritage.
The artistic collection of the Parroquia de San Francisco de Asís in Villa de Pozos includes the works “Medallon de San Bartomé” and “la Virgen de la Merced y San Pedro Nolasco.” In 2024, these works were relocated to the UASLP for a limited period for educational purposes. In addition to its role as a representative sight, the Parroquia has a tangible connection to art through these works.
Arts and crafts are also part of the area’s cultural offerings: in its 2026 arts and crafts promotion, the municipality highlighted women artisans from Villa de Pozos exhibiting papier-mâché pieces. Alongside religious tradition and local history, this brings a specific craft technique and the work of local women artisans into focus.
Cultural Highlights for Your Trip
The Procesión connects religious tradition with its transmission through families; the founding and hacienda point to distinct historical connections, while the Parroquia and its artworks offer another way to explore cultural history. If you are looking for hotels in Pozos, you can first decide whether to plan your trip primarily around the procession or around historical and artistic themes. If you plan to visit during the traditional celebration, check the specific event dates.
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