See 28 Paralelo “El Águila”, Guerrero Negro, Baja California Sur, Mexico

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The giant stylized steel Eagle (representing the eagle of the Mexican flag) statue marks the 28th north parallel, as well as the state line between Baja California (norte) and Baja California Sur. The wings symbolize the two states of Baja, united by the body of the homeland structure. The monument was the winning project of a competition in 1973 by the Ministry of Public Works, and the project covers an area of 9050 square meters, which originally included plans for a gas station, rest area, and a hotel (now the Halfway Inn). At 36 meters tall, this is one of the grand landmarks along the central peninsula. In addition to passing through Guerrero Negro, the 28th parallel also passes through Mount Everest—the tallest mountain on Earth—passing just north of its summit. Because this is the state line, you’ll pass through an immigration and agricultural checkpoint where you’ll need to show your passport and FMM tourist permit. Fruits and vegetables are not allowed across state lines, so if you have any produce, it will likely be confiscated. They will charge about US$1.50 to spray the undercarriage of your vehicle for insects. The time jumps ahead one hour as you cross from Baja California Norte into Baja California Sur.

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