0
documented records
≈ 620–1,200
approx. capacity (graves)
0.031 km²
cemetery area
Oct 18, 2026
last modified
About this cemetery
The Panteón San Nicolás in León, Guanajuato, dates from the 19th century and is described as the oldest cemetery in the city. An expansion began in 1892 under engineer Rafael Gordoa. The grounds contain simple graves alongside more ostentatious tombs and some crypts, and it is known for its famous burials and local legends. To get in touch with the cemetery, call +52 477 712 2458.
Cemetery location
GPS coordinates: 21.112320° N, 101.678010° W Directions in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)
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Nearby cemeteries
The closest other burial grounds listed on EveryStone.
- San Sebastián Cemetery 2.4 km away · León de los Aldama
- León Gardens Cemetery 3.9 km away · León
- Jardines del Tiempo Cemetery, León 6.5 km away · León
- Nuestra Señora de la Luz Cemetery 12 km away · León de los Aldama
- San Miguel Cemetery, San Francisco del Rincón 21 km away · San Francisco del Rincón
- San Francisco del Rincón Municipal Cemetery 21 km away · San Francisco del Rincón
- Silao Village Cemetery 32 km away · Silao
- Romita Municipal Cemetery 32 km away · Romita
- Silao Inner Cemetery 32 km away · Silao (Ciudad)
- Eternal Gardens of Silao Cemetery 33 km away · Silao (Ciudad)
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How big is San Nicolás Cemetery, León?
San Nicolás Cemetery, León covers about 31,000 m² (7.7 acres), about the size of 4 soccer fields. It is the 13th largest of the 64 cemeteries we list in Guanajuato.