El Cerro de Tomé

USA / New Mexico / Los Chaves /
 hill, religious center
The pilgrimage to Tomé Hill in Tomé, New Mexico is an annual Good Friday tradition. The Albuquerque area Easter week tradition is similar to the pilgrimage made in northern New Mexico to the Sanctuario de Chimayo, in Chimayo. That landmark draws thousands, many of whom walk for many hours--or days--to reach the Catholic shrine.
It is said the Penitentes began the annual tradition to the Tome hilltop as a way to make penance for their sins.
Many area Christians continue the tradition as part of Easter week, making special prayers at the hilltop shrine. Three crosses dot the top of the hill.
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Coordinates:   34°45'21"N   106°42'15"W

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