'circle sanctuary' by dellekamp arquitectos and periferica
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ruta peregrino is a path that goes from ameca to talpa de allende in the state
of jalisco near guadalajara, mexico. during holy week about 2 million people
walk along the pilgrimage path. the municipalities of the area wanted to
provide pilgrims with permanent service areas and invited a team of international
architects to design various parts such as shelters and lookout points.

for the path mexican firm dellekamp arquitectos in collaboration with
periférica have designed 'circle sanctuary'. the simple circle sculpture
will be surrounded by trees and provide a resting area for pilgrims.


image courtesy dellekamp arquitectos and periferica



image courtesy dellekamp arquitectos and periferica


image courtesy dellekamp arquitectos and periferica


image courtesy dellekamp arquitectos and periferica

the circle is a universal symbol of unity, a meaning that transcends cultures, borders,
and languages. it appears time and time again within the religious rituals and depictions,
from the halo of holy figures to the shape of the holy spirit during communion. it also
represents a cycle, a never-ending journey symbolizing the faith of pilgrims. the circle offers
a place for introspection, a space for pilgrims to look back upon their journey, before carrying
on to their final destination.

model of 'circle sanctuary'
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circle forms in various parts of nature
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general info
program: sculpture
location: cerro del obispo, jalisco, mexico
status: construction begins on january 2008
architectural project: dellekamp arquitectos | derek dellekamp
and périferica | rozana montiel
team: alin wallach, aldo espinobarros, pedro sánchez,
ignacio méndez, jachen schleich, sandra pérez