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Tepeyac Hill

Tepeyac Hill, located in Mexico City, is historically significant as the site where the Virgin of Guadalupe reportedly appeared to an indigenous man named Juan Diego in 1531. This event is a central element of Mexican religious and cultural identity. The hill features the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a major pilgrimage site, and is surrounded by natural beauty and historical landmarks. It symbolizes faith, cultural heritage, and national identity, attracting millions of visitors each year for religious, cultural, and historical reasons.