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Guanajuato, the capital of the state of the same name, is one of
the loveliest in Mexico and is set in on the slopes of the Cerro del
Cubilete. As a result of the magnificent architecture of its many
historical monuments, as well as its unusual urban layout, it was
declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1988. Its fame and fortune
originated in the rich gold and silver deposits discovered by the
Spaniards in the vicinity of what would later become the city.
Its history, cultural tradition, magnificent architecture and mild climate
with an annual temperature of 18ºC have made it a center of attraction.
Nowadays, Guanajuato is a city of unusual beauty, with a rich colonial
tradition. In the midst of ravines and gullies, its streets taper off
into steep, twisting alleys or underground tunnels and streets that wind
their way through brightly colored houses perched in the hills.
Guanajuato has a wide range of hotels in the city and its
surroundings, as well as several restaurants and nightclubs.
Guanajuato’s festive spirit comes to the fore in its fiestas and popular
events such as the Holy Week celebrations, the feast of our Lady of
Guanajuato, the celebrations of the Presa de la Olla, the sugar figure
fair, the festival of hot-air balloons and the Day of the Virgin of
Guadalupe. Christmas in Guanajuato is an unforgettable experience that
is worth
experiencing to the full. This is the time of the traditional
callejoneadas, when the lively tunes of student music groups fill the
night air. One of the most important events in Mexico is undoubtedly the
International Cervantes Festival, which originated in 1952, with the
presentation of the Entremeses Cervantinos in the Plaza de San Roque. If
you are interested in seeing this festival or any other of the city’s
events, Guanajuato one of the easiest states to reach because of its
broad network of highways and international airport in the city of León. |
