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Colosio Mausoleum

Places to see in Magdalena de Kino, Sonora
The mausoleum of Luis Donaldo and Diana Laura Colosio

The Colosio Mausoleum in Magdalena de Kino

Magdalena’s native son Luis Donaldo Colosio was a favorite to win the election for the presidency of Mexico when he was assassinated by a gunman in Tijuana in 1994. Not long after his death, his wife Diana Laura succumbed to cancer.

The Colosios are entombed in a beautiful mausoleum in the Magdalena city cemetery.

In addition to a sitting area in the lower level where the Colosios are entombed, the upper level features a brass statue to Luis Donaldo and Diana Laura, with quotes from the slain politician etched prominently on the surrounding walls of the room.