Point South Mexico - Real Estate and Lifestyle Magazine

Every year, on December 12, millions of Mexicans travel to the capital city to worship the “Mother of the Americas”, La Virgen de Guadalupe. The proofs of faith are enormous, and the hope invested in this religious icon represent the optimism with which Mexicans wake up every morning; thinking, wishing and expecting salvation to come one fine day of its own accord. She is present in almost all businesses, houses, churches and even wallets and purses. She is painted, printed, sculpted, drawn, and modeled. Hopping on a bus in the city can be surprising as you discover the image of this lady, Our Lady, etched in the glass windows or hanging from the rear view mirror. The Virgin of Guadalupe is pretty much everywhere. Going to a market can lead you to find the most eccentric, awkward, and unique objects with the Guadalupana portrayed on them. For example, the picture on the cover shows the Virgin of Guadalupe on the gearshift of a pickup truck, one more indication of her absolute presence amongst the Mexican people. It should be said, though, that all those who truly believe in La Virgen, separate her from the myriad images and items she adorns.