1. What makes the Virgen del Panecillo different from other representations of the Virgin Mary?
She has wings and a dynamic pose, inspired by the Virgen de Quito, unlike the usual calm, static images of Mary.

2. Why do you think the statue was placed on top of the hill known as "El Panecillo"?
To make it visible from all over Quito, symbolizing protection over the city and serving as a religious and cultural landmark.

3. The Virgen del Panecillo is one of the most iconic landmarks in Quito, isn’t it?
Yes, it’s one of the most recognized symbols of the city and a major tourist attraction.

4. Isn’t the Virgen del Panecillo one of the tallest statues in Ecuador?
Yes, it stands about 41 meters tall (including the base), making it one of the tallest statues in the country.

5. Who was the artist behind the design of the statue?
The Spanish artist Agustín de la Herrán Matorras created the statue in the 1970s.