Travel Guide Michoacán

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Michoacán is located in western Mexico, and it is known for its beauty as well as its history and culture. The state has five UNESCO World Heritage Sites and five Magic Towns (Pueblos Mágicos). Two of its most precious jewels, have been declared World Heritage by UNESCO: the Historic Centre of Morelia, thanks to more than a thousand buildings in the region’s characteristic pink stone, and the Day of the Dead Celebration in Pátzcuaro, an indigenous tradition whose roots go back to pre-Hispanic times. The vibrant and varied cuisine in Michoacán is also in the list of Intangible World Heritage, as well as the Pirekua, a musical genre. Beside, the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary has been declared World Natural Heritage, since it offers the visitor a chance to witness a wonder of nature. That is why Michoacán is an irresistible place that has something special to offer for all tastes and occasions.

Come, and discover Michoacán, the Soul of Mexico.

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While in Morelia, don’t forget to try the traditional dishes, a mixture of Purepecha and European ingredients and recipes, such as corundas and uchepos (regional tamales), the Tarascan soup, the “pollo placero”, the “carnitas” (pork meat), Morelia and the traditional “salsa de lago” (lake sauce) made with fried “charales” (small white fish). For candy lovers, Morelia offers a wide selection: The gorgeous tourist destination has preserved “chongos zamoranos” (dessert with milk, sugar its colonial feel over the centuries. Its tranquil and cinnamon), ates morelianos (candied fruit), streets are silent witnesses to the history that has buñuelos (small doughnut) or a “nieve de pasta” gathered in every corner. One of Morelia´s main (local ice-cream), and of course a cup of hot features is the cathedral, a masterpiece of pink handmade chocolate. quarry. The Historic Center has been designated It has a warm, semi-humid climate with an average a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. temperature of 23ºC (73º F). But apart from the beautiful colonial buildings, Morelia is the venue for important music and the city also offers a modern infrastructure that movie festivals, a good reason to visit the city includes a Convention Center, the “Expocentro”, many times. and great locations and services for conventions and all kind of events. The ancient traditions and culture of Morelia are display in the colorful handicrafts. The city has many stores to browse and buy the beautiful works of art produced in the state of Michoacán by local artisans, or you can admire the fantastic creations in the decoration of the restaurants and hotels.

Acueducto Palacio de Justicia Palacio de Gobierno Aqueduct - Morelia’s aqueduct runs along “Clavijero” Palace – This grand Baroque- Municipal Palace – The Baroque-style building dozens of colonial arches that stretch for over style building was constructed in 1660 by the was constructed late in the 18th century. a mile with 253 arches. It was built in 1785 to Jesuits. Today it houses the Tourism Ministry. Originally it housed a repository for the control provide drinking water for the city. Government Palace – Baroque building whose and sale of tobacco. In 1859 it was remodeled construction began in 1760. It houses the Antigua Alhóndiga - Baroque construction to house the Municipal Palace. state executive branch since 1867. There are built in 1774. Today it is part of the Palace of Palace of Justice – It is a beautiful old mansion. three murals here painted by Michoacán artist Justice. Alfredo Zalce, with portray different periods in The façade shows a clear French influence, Colegio de San Nicolás de Hidalgo – Founded the history of Mexico in general and Michoacán and in the second floor there are decorative in the 16th century. It is a neoclassical building in particular. elements with pre-Hispanic influence. with two-level network of arches and nice Federal Palace – Eclectic building with some “The Tarascas” Fountain – It depicts three murals on the second floor. French-style influence constructed in the 18th indigenous women holding up a basket full of century. Since 1935 it houses the Federal regional fruits. It has become an iconic symbol Government Offices. of the city.

Catedral Santuario de Guadalupe Templo de las Monjas

Church and Convent of St. Francis (House Cathedral – A majestic structure built between Portales – The portals are located in the of the Handicrafts) - The Franciscans began 1660 and 1774 in a Baroque-style. historic center in front of the Cathedral and the construction of this Plateresque-style It is known for its 200-foot towers, among other buildings of the 17th, 18th, and 19th building in 1531. It housed the first monastery the tallest in the land, and for its 4,600 pipe centuries. It is a popular place to hangout on, established in Valladolid. Since 1973 it has organ, one of the finest in the world. Among and an excellent choice if you want a simple, operated as the Michoacán Crafts House with the many treasures inside the Cathedral are great tasting cup of coffee. a museum. Open daily from 8:00 to 20:00 hrs. the neoclassical altarpieces in the chapels. Sanctuary of Guadalupe and ex Convent Templo de las Monjas (Temple of the Nuns) There are two beautiful Cabrera paintings in of San Diego – Built in the 18th century it is - Built between 1729 and 1737, this baroque the vestry. The “ Palacio Episcopal” is annex. the most ornate church in Morelia. The Neo- temple was dedicated to Santa Catalina de Plaza Villalongín – The plaza feature a baroque decoration covers vaults, walls and Siena. It picked up the name “The Nuns” beautiful garden that remembers the quiet life because it belonged to an order of the of the viceroyalty. dome. Catherine’s, who moved from Las Rosas to this site in 1798, an event depicted on a huge canvas in the Michoacán Regional Museum.

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Conservatorio de Música Templo y Ex Convento del Carmen Museo del Estado

Templo de los San Agustín (Temple of the Templo y Ex-Convento del Carmen Museo Casa de Morelos (House of Augustinians) - Built in the 16th century (Temple and Ex Convent of our Lady Morelos) – This Baroque-style mansion with a late Plateresque façade and a of Carmen) – The construction of this was built in 1758 and acquired by gothic influenced cloister. Baroque building began in 1593 and independence hero Jose Maria Morelos Templo y Conservatorio de Música de Las continued throughout the 17th, 18th, and y Pavon. Currently, the museum exhibits Rosas (Temple and Conservatory of Music 19th centuries. The former convent was paintings, photographs, furniture and other of the Roses) - Both buildings have a restored between 1974 and 1979 and antique objects, as well as two impressive baroque style and were constructed in the today it houses the “Casa de la Cultura” carriages. Open daily from 9:00 to 19:00 18th century. The Conservatory took over (Culture House) and the Museum of the hrs. the facility in the late 1940s, and today it Mask. Open from Monday to Friday from Museo del Estado (State Museum) - It is houses the internationally renowned Boys 10:00 to 14:00 hrs and from 16:00 to 20:00 located in an 18th-century building and Choir of Morelia in addition to the School hrs. Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 to has three sections: archaeology, history of Music. 14:00 hrs and from 15:00 to 18:00 hrs. and ethnology. There is example of an antique pharmacy dating from 1868. Open Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 14:00 and 16:00 to 20:00 hrs pm, and Saturdays, Sundays and holidays 10:00 to 18:00 hrs.

Museo de Arte Colonial Museo de Arte Contemporáneo Museo Regional Michoacano

Museo de Arte Colonial (Museum of Museo de Arte Contemporáneo “Alfredo Museo Regional Michoacano (Regional Colonial Art)- Located in an 18th century Zalce” (Contemporary Art Museum) - This Museum of Michoacan) – A baroque baroque-style house. The first printing 19th century building of French influence construction. It has one room dedicated to press of the city was established here in has 13 exhibition rooms with 20th century the ecology in Michoacán and five other 1821. Today the museum exhibits works art collection. Open Monday through rooms exhibit the history of the State from from the vice regal period. The museum Friday from 10:00 to 19:45 hrs, weekends the pre-Hispanic era to the modern times. houses an important collection of more and holidays from 10:00 to 18:00 hrs. There is a great Alfredo Zalce´s mural in than one hundred figures of Christ from Museo de Historia Natural “Dr. Manuel the stairs. Open Tuesday to Sunday from the sixteenth to twentieth century. Open Martínez Solórzano” (Museum of 9:00 a 17:00 hrs. Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 20:00 Natural History) – The museum intends Centro Cultural Universitario (University hrs. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays to disseminate information on the flora Cultural Center) – A contemporary building from 10:00 to 19:00 hrs. and fauna of the region and create an with two rooms. The Center exhibits environmental awareness. Open daily historic books, paintings and documents. from 10:00 to 18:00 hrs. Open Monday to Saturday from 9:00 to 14:00 hrs. and from 16:00 to 20:00 hrs.

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Parque Zoológico Centro de Convenciones Planetario

Museo del Dulce (Candy Museum) – It has Convention Center – Considered one of Planetario “Felipe Rivera” (Planetarium) a decoration and furniture of the beginning the best in the country. It has 9 event halls - Its contemporary design features a of the 20th century. And it displays the of different sizes that go from 10 to 2,000 hemispheric dome 65 feet in diameter. way the candies are elaborated. Open people of capacity. It also feature a modern The dome acts as a screen for the 164 daily from 10:00 to 14:30 hrs and 16:30 to and comfortable theater, planetarium, projectors that reproduce the sidereal 20:00 hrs. library, hotel, parking lot and gardens. movements of the stars. Open from Parque Zoológico Benito Juárez (Zoo) - It Orchid Greenhouse – It has three areas. Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 17:00 hrs. is the most important zoo of the country The first room has the blooming orchids. Weekends and holidays from 10:30 to in the matter of variety of species (440) The second displays 650 hybrid orchids. 14:00 and from 15:00 to 17:00 hrs. The and number of specimen (3,800). It has And the last room has more than 2,300 Planetarium offers functions Fridays and the largest bird collection in Latin America. wild orchids. Saturdays at 19:00 hrs and Sundays at Within the zoo are other family attractions, 18:30 hrs. such as artificial lake, auditorium, scenic train, children playground and restaurants. Open from Monday to Thursday from 10:30 to 20:00 hrs. Friday and Saturday from 10:00 to 21:00 hrs. Sunday from 10:00 to 20:00 hrs.

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Tiripetio - It is worth to the region. The zenit of this civilization was in the 12th visit the Augustinian Century when most the remains were built, although there ExConvent built in the are some ruins from previous years. The most notorious 16th century, the first structures are the sunken plaza, the platforms number 1 University of America; and 2, and “patio de la tumba” (grave’s yard). Open daily a temple also from the from 10:00 to 18:00 hrs. It is also famous for its hot springs 16th century and the and the “carnitas” (little meats), a dish made of braised or “Bañito” Spring. roasted and then fried or sauteed pork. Morelos National Park Capula - It is famous for its delicately hand painted – This woody park full ornament clay handicraft. The main attractions are: the of creeks is ideal for Santiago Apostol Temple built in the 16th century, and the camping, enjoying a house of the artist Juan Torres, turn into a gallery with an picnic, and horse back exhibit of his paintings and sculptures. riding. Zinapecuaro – A community worth visiting because of its Tarímbaro – Highlights multiple hot springs which feed a bathing resort that has include a 16th Century hotel service and an aquatic park. Besides, it has a 16th Franciscan Ex- century Franciscan Ex-Convent. Convent, the Sanctuary of the Virgin of the Stairway, and Jesús del Monte – There is a 16th century Augustinian an old hacienda. temple. Woods, creeks, rivers and waterfalls, an ideal Charo – It is located only 11 km from Morelia. It has a landscape for camping, hiking and mountain cycling Plateresque Augustinian Convent dating from 1578 with surround the town. murals of religious subjects. Copándaro de Galeana – There is an Augustian Ex- Convent built in 1570 with interesting murals. Villa Morelos – This town is located 70 km from Morelia. There is a 16th century Augustan Ex-Convent. Teremendo de los Reyes - The town’s main attractions are: the 16th century temple of “Los Santos Reyes”, the civil plaza, the desert-like landscape full of cacti in the a Cuitzeo volcano crater called “La Alberca” and the archeological vestiges located in “Los Lobos” ravine. Lake is located on the Morelia-Salamanca highway 34 Tres Cerritos - This site along with Queréndaro, kilometers from Morelia. It is famous for its rich “charal” Huandacareo, Araró, Zinapécuaro, etc., was one of the (lake fish), which the villagers prepare in multiple numerous enclaves that surrounded the Patzcuaro lake manners. On the high lands of the town is the Augustinian region. Archaeological materials found in the area shown Ex-Convent of St Mary Magdalene, which is considered some cultural exchange with the people from Teotihuacan. the most beautiful of the state because of its magnificent The archeological area dates back to the Late-Classic 16th century Plateresque architecture. horizon (6th to 9th Centuries). The most notable remains are the “Montículo 1” (platform), located in the northwest of the site, and the main plaza with a shrine in the middle. Open daily from 10:00 a 17:00 hrs. Huandacareo – The town lays at the shores of the Cuitzeo Lagoon. This place was under the influence of the Tarascan Empire, at least 300 year before the Spaniards arrived to

Distances from Morelia: Km. Km. Álvaro Obregón 24 Indaparapeo 26 Chucándiro 51 Puruándiro 102 Copándaro 32 Queréndaro 29 Cuitzeo 34 Tarímabro 11 Charo 11 Tzitzio 43 Huandacareo 50 Zinapécuaro 58

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Zináparo Angamacutiro QUERÉTARO Villachuato Moroleón Puruándiro Penjamillo MEXICO 43 Acambaro Ziquítaro Galeana Villa Santa Ana Morelos Huandacareo Maya Panindicuaro Cuitzeo GUADALAJARA San Laguna Agustín Araró Ucareo Puréparo Villa Jiménez Huaniqueo Cuitzeo del Pulque Zinapécuaro Copándaro Chucándiro Parque Alvaro Queréndaro Natural MEXICO Coeneo Teremendo Obregón Los Azufres 15 de los Reyes Zacapu Tarímbaro Indaparapeo Pico de Charo San Pedro Quinceo Jarácuaro MEXICO MEXICO Cherán MEXICO 15 37 Chupícuaro Cápula 15 Morelia P. Nacional Quiroga Jesús C. de Mil Nahuatzén Morelos del Monte Parque Cumbres Lago San Nicolás Nacional Garnica Tzintzuntzan Obispo Erongaricuaro de Presa Cointzio José Ma. Tzitzio Presa Pátzcuaro Huatzanguio Morelos Pucuato Ihuatzio Comachén Tiripetio Pátzcuaro Huiramba

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Ex Convento de San Agustín

parade of canoes with the traditional butterfly nets around Janitzio Island. Patzcuaro is most famous for their Day of the Dead celebrations Pátzcuaro from October 31st to November 2nd. Small boats carry residents across the lake to the Islands of Built in the hills sloping back from Lake Pátzcuaro. Janitzio, Jarácuaro, and the locations of Huecorio, This is one of the most picturesque towns in Tzurumútaro and others, just to visit cemeteries Mexico, a real jewel of the colonial architecture, and decorate graves with flowers and candles for with temples, gardens, red tile roofs and narrow all-night vigils. cobblestone streets. You can appreciate the The weather in Pátzcuaro is temperate year-round ancient history of the place in every corner and with rainfall during summer. enjoy its enchanting atmosphere. It was named Pueblo Mágico (Magic Town) since 2002. Patzcuaro is a place full of traditions and festivities like the “Pastorelas” (short Christmas play that represents de Mexican Nativity); the plays are represented in various towns, starting on January the 6th. On November the 8th, the “mojigangas” (enormous puppets that symbolize different cultural figures and archetypal human characteristics) goes out announcing the “Fiesta Mayor”, which is the most important celebration in the region, and the beginning of the annual fair. On December 29th there is an exhibition and a

Casa de los 11 Patios Templo de San Agustín Basílica de Nuestra Sra. de la Salud

Casa de los 11 Patios (House of the Eleven Huitzimengari Palace – Located in the Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Salud Courtyards) – Built in 1742, it was formerly main plaza, it was built for the Antonio de (Basilica of Our Lady of Health) – This is a Dominican convent. Today it houses “Huitzimngari”, son of the last Purépecha the most important temple in Pátzcuaro. galleries and shops with every type of local emperor and godson of Don Antonio de Don Vasco de Quiroga, the first bishop of artistry for sale. Mendoza, the first viceroy in New Spain. Michoacán, built the Basilica on top of a pre- The sober facade contrast with the inner Vasco de Quiroga Square– This grand plaza Hispanic ceremonial center. courtyard surrounded with round arches with is towering trees, impressive fountain, and filled with flowers, where indigenous The “Hospitalito” (The little Hospital) – and surrounded by lovely colonial buildings, artisans display their products. Tradition dictates that this was the oldest is considered by many to be none of the Gertudris Bocanegra Square – Formerly the church/hospital in Patzcuaro, since the most beautiful in the America’s. Plaza of San Austin. In the north side is the Franciscans founded hospitals before temple of San Agustin, now a public library; having a convent. The façade is 16th century and on the west side there are some market Renaissance and the altars 19th century. stalls selling food and art crafts. You can admire a beautiful golden carved wood baptismal font in the main altar.

El Sagrario Centro Cultural Museo Regional

Templo y Colegio de la Compañía de Jesús Exconvento de San Agustín (Ex Temple El Calvario (Calvary) – A chapel built by (Church and School of the Company of of San Agustin) – It was built in 1576. The Fray Marcos Ramírez del Prado in 1666. It Jesus) – Built in the 16th century, it was the ancient temple houses a library with a great was built on top of a “yácata” (pyramid) that Cathedral until 1566. mural painted by Juan O’Gorman. contain the remains of Irecha, a Tariácuri Centro Cultural Excolegio Jesuita (Cultural Capilla del Humilladero (The Humiliated) – king. Center) – An architectural ensemble of the Also known as Cristo Chapel, is one of the Society of Jesus. It has a beautiful courtyard Museo Regional de Artes e Industrias oldest in Pátzcuaro. In 1553 Don Vasco de and large spaces that provide a sense of Populares (Museum of Popular Arts) – Quiroga had a sculpture of the crucifixion of tranquility. Decorative paintings of the 18th It occupies another beautiful colonial Christ made of one piece of quarry stone and 19th centuries are still preserved. construction built in1540, originally the and placed where it could be venerated by Santurario de Guadalupe (Sanctuary of headquarters of the School of San Nicolas the travelers. Guadalupe) – This is a Neoclassical building founded by Don Vasco de Quiroga. This Iglesia El Sagrario y Hospital de Santa built in the early 19th century. Four sculptures unique museum has several rooms filled María (the Shrine) – One of the chapels in out of seven have been preserved, and they with fine examples of regional popular art. this church has a magnificent Baroque altar, represent the virtues. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 the last one in the city. to 19:00 hrs, Sunday from 9:00 to 15:00 hrs.

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Map of Pátzcuaro SAN JOSE

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de San TITERE Agustín LIBERTAD ALVARO OBREGON (Biblioteca Pública Gertrudis VOLADOR TANGANXOAN TEJERIAS Bocanegra) CALLE AHUMADA Santuario de Guadalupe QUIROGA, PADRE LLOREDA

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PORTUGAL ALCANTARILLA PONCE LEON Templo de la H. de Nacozari Templo y Portal Compañia Hospital de Aldama de Jesús A Uruapan MEXICO San Juan de Dios 14 Portal Guerrero A Uruapan

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Apatzingán - Pátzcuaro Begonia Symbols SANTA CLARA DEL COBRE

Santa Clara Del Cobre great prestige and renown international demand are - Local artisans are fabricated here. This picturesque village has been worldwide known home to artists such as André Breton. because of the skill Quiroga - A town of pre-Hispanic foundation famous and ability to elaborate for the pieces of work in wood, and its creations in beautiful beaten leather. There are many stores with artcraft from copperware. You Michoacán and an attractive Franciscan convent built can visit the National in 1859. Copper Museum and Carácuaro – This is a cheerful town of Tierra Caliente admire the works on (“hot land”). The miracles of the Señor de Carácuaro, display, or have a tour a Black Christ from the 16th century, are very famous. of the different stores You can visit the and workshops and house where the buy a special piece. independence The town’s two main hero Jose Maria churches Parish of Morelos lived and Santa Clara and the the old base of Chapel del Hospital. In the main plaza there is a kiosk the atrium cross with a cooper roof. The National Copper Fair is held in the parish of here each August. Carácuaro. Erongarícuaro – Village on the western bank of Lake Patzcuaro founded by pre-Hispanic people before the arrival of the Purepechas. It has a beautiful convent built in the 16th century. Furniture and textiles of

Tzintzuntzan Considered the first capital of the Purépecha Empire. The site, which stands on a hillside, has the remains of many rectangular and cylindrical step pyramids used in their ritual buildings, known locally as “Yáca- tas”. The city was founded in the Post-Classic period. In the central area of the site there is an enormous man-made plateau, and it has steps along one side leading up to five rectangular temple platforms. In the surroundings there are vestiges of plazas and areas with rooms. Open daily from 9:00 to 17:00 hrs. Any walk through the town demands a visit to the Franciscan convent built in the 16th century. Every November the 2nd, the open chapel turns into a theater where the traditional play of “Don Juan Tenorio” is represented.

Zirahuén

Zirahuén – Small community with cobblestone streets and wooden chalets known as Trojes, in front of a beautiful deep blue lake known as the “Mirror of the Gods.” Dense forests of pines and oaks surround the lake. It is the ideal place for a spiritual retreat and to enjoy the natural environment. On the north and south shore of the lake you can find comfortable cabins and restaurants serving fabulous fresh trout and whitefish. You can enjoy boating on the lake, or horseback riding, there are also places for extreme sports and campgrounds. Ario de Rosales – Picturesque town with a pleasant climate and excellent cuisine. You can visit the site museum of the First Supreme Court established in Tupátaro – There is a magnificent 16th-century 1815 by José María Morelos and the Temple of St. temple. Its interior is richly decorated and absolutely James. The famous singer Marco Antonio Solis “El breathtaking. The church has beautiful “artesonado” Buki”, was born in here. ceilings (derives from the similarity of their shape Tacámbaro - The town is surrounded by forest and to a gigantic upside-down wooden trough). The it has a pleasant climate the whole year. One of ornamentation is vividly painted mainly in golden color the main attractions is the Fatima Virgin Sanctuary. with panels illustrating the Life and Passion of Christ. Its gastronomy is known as one of the best in You can also visit the local museum. Michoacán. Nearby you can visit the Magdalena Cuanajo - There are many furniture workshops and Lagoon, the natural reserve of Cerro Hueco, and two the craftsmen make very colorful textiles. It has a 80 meters high waterfalls, where you can go fishing, beautiful 15th century church. hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Ihuatzio - It is a town founded by the Purepachas on top of a man-leveled plateau. It is south of the Patzcuaro Lake and it was an important ceremonial center and an astronomy observatory in pre- Hispanic times. One needs to pay attention to the two pyramids “Curicaveri” and “Xaratanga”, and some archaeological objects such as the Chac-Mol (Toltec sculpture related to the god of rain), a clear evidence of their contact with other Toltec culture. One of the characteristic features in the site are the walled-roads, they were used to communicate the main groups of buildings. Open daily from 9:00 to 17:00 hrs. Zacapu - This city is considered the first settlement of the Purepecha culture. You can visit the 16th century Parish of Santa Ana, the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Guadalupe, the St John the Baptist’s Chapel, the 16th century Franciscan Convent, and the hot springs. Its lagoon, the pools of thorns formed in the crater of a small volcano and nearby springs, are also worth admiring. You can also visit two archaeological sites “Las Iglesias” and “La Crucecita” with remains of pyramids, and the beautiful Zacapu Lagoon. Tacámbaro

Isla de Janitzio La Pacanda Island - This Island of circular form is found in the center of the lake. It has an interior lagoon of singular beauty, where carp and ducks are plentiful. Janitzio Island - A 40 meter statue of Don Jose Maria Morelos y Pavon (Independence hero) is found on the island’s highest point. In its interior, the painter Ramon Alva de la Canal stamped the life of the hero. The indigenous community, that inhabits the island, has conserved in great part the authenticity of its costumes, such as the vigil of the Night of the Dead, ceremony in which the fishermen come out with their butterfly-form nets and boats lighted up with candles. Tecuena Island - It is the smallest island in the lake. It is a suggestive place that invites to a rest and reflection. Yunuén Island - Its principal attraction is its evergreen and fresh vegetation, as well as the typical constructions. This island has a picturesque pier, lodging cabins and other services to enjoy a tranquil and pleasant stay. Los Urandenes Islands - They are three islands surrounded by canals of great beauty. The main reserves of white fish are found there. Its inhabitants are skilled in fishing with nets in form of a butterfly. Jarácuaro – It is the largest island in the lake of Patzcuáro. The Tarascan population has kept the traditions and the 16th century temple offers a beautiful scenic view. Tócuaro - The town is famous worldwide for its woodcarving masks that come to life in the traditional dances of the Old People, or the Warriors.

ZAMORA Cantabria Coeneo de Bellas la Libertad Zacapu Tarejero Fuentes Distances from Patzcuaro: Km. Km. Ario de Rosales 46 Quiroga 19 Carácuaro 136 Sta. Clara del Cobre 24 Erongarícuaro 18 Tacámbaro 54 Naranja Huaniqueo de Tapia 74 Tzintzuntzan 17 Comanjá Lagunillas 25 Zacapu 61 Nocupétaro 128 Zirahuén 22

Santiago Azajo San Jerónimo Chupícuaro Purenchecuaro Santa Fe Lázaro de la Laguna Cárdenas San Andrés Tziróndaro Lago de Quiroga Lago Pátzcuaro Zinziro El Correo San Isidro Tzintzunzan Pacanda Ichupio MORELIA Oponguio Ucasanastacua Zarzamora Napizaro Yunuén San Pedro Fontezuelas Erongaricuaro Tecuena Cucuchuchu Janitzio Ihuatzio Sanabria San Francisco Jarácuaro Uricho Los Arocutín Uranderes Tzurumútaro Tocuaro Huiramba URUAPÁN Huecorio San Huimangaro Pedro Pátzcuaro Ajuno Tupátaro Tingambato San Juian Tumbio Los Tanques Cuanajo Zirahuén Lago Zirahuen

Santa Clara San Gregorio La Palma del Cobre

Symbols Simbología

Tacámbaro

Ario de Rosales

APATZINGÁN APATZINGÁN

main façade; indeed worthy of admiring. The Huatapera and the chapels of the districts of La Magdalena, San Francisco (better known as San Francisquito), San Uruapan Juan Bautista, San Pedro, San Miguel and Santiago; the market of “Antojitos” (typical dishes); Municipality Museum Eduardo Ruiz, with The second most important city in the state of an exhibit of pre-Hispanic Michoacán has a history that dates back to the pieces; the Tourist House, pre-Hispanic era. Uruapan has been qualified as used for the promotion, “the orchard of Michoacán” or “World capital of the exhibition and sale of a great avocado”. Nevertheless, the more deserved title is variety of crafts. “the true cradle of the lacquer”, due to the production Uruapan surroundings offer of trays, cups, masks, boxes, and other wooden beautiful landscapes with objects, artistically decorated with this technique forest and the magnificent that goes back to the pre-Hispanic period. Among Volcano Paricutín, which is its multiple attractions, the city has magnificent considered the youngest of historical monuments like the Franciscan Parish the world and the only one Church that preserves part of its 16th Century walls, that the human being has and a Plateresque style front that was originally on the seen born.

© 2014 All rights reserved. Contents can not be 21 reproduced for commercial purposes. INDEX Around Uruapan San Pedro and the Parish of St. James built in the mid-sixteenth Zacán – the century in a Moorish style. You can visit the tourist highlights are center in Angahuan, that rents cabins, runs a small the 16th century cafeteria, and have some camping areas. It affords a Santa Rosa good view of the Paricutín volcano and the tower of Chapel, and the Church of San Juan Parangaricutiro, part of little the Saint Peter town that was buried by lava. The best way to know Parish. the area is with a horse and a guide. Paracho – Eight San Juan Nuevo Parangaricutiro – On May 10th, 1944 picturesque the residents abandoned the old village because of the communities, volcano Paricutin erupted and moved to the hacienda full of traditions, “Los Conejos”, 30 km. from its original location. You architectural can visit the Chapel of the Lord of Miracles, “Conejos” monuments spring, “San Miguelito” Zoo Park, Pantzingo, an Eco

Angahuan and astonishing Tourism Park with cabins, and the ruins of the Temple natural wonders, compose the municipality. Paracho of San Juan Parangaricutiro. is the land of guitars, it is well known throughout Santiago Tingambato – The archeological zone has a both Mexico and elsewhere in the world as guitar clear Teotihuacan influence and is very different from producer. Some other instruments that can be found the other sites in the region. Tingambato reached its in Paracho are: violins, violas, cellos, acoustic bass zenith from 200 to 900 AC. Among the most important guitars, and mandolins, among others. You can visit constructions are: the Plaza 2, the shrines, the ball interesting sites, such as the: House for Purepecha game and the Tomb Number 1. Open daily from 10:00 Art and Culture, the House of Culture, the Center to 17:00 hrs. You can visit the Temple of St. James for the Investigation and Development of the Guitar built in the sixteenth century and the House for Art and (museum, a classroom and a concert hall), the Guitar Purepecha Culture. Museum, the Temple of San Geronimo in Aranza, the Los Reyes – There is a small downtown market where temple of Santiago Apostle of Nurio (known as the you can enjoy the local gastronomy. Not too far from Cathedral of the Purepecha Novohispanic Art) and Los Reyes is the famous “Chorros del Varal”, five the Temple of San Miguel Pomacuarán. The National marvelous 40-meter high waterfalls surrounded by Guitar Fair Is held every August. jungle vegetation. San Lorenzo – It has a temple dedicated the patron Ziracuaretiro – It is an saint, San Lorenzo. The church preserves its original attractive little village façade from the 16th century with an atrial cross surrounded by fruit added in 1823. A nice chapel is set aside the church. trees. You can visit Village women made cross-stitched tablecloth and the St. Michael the napkins, as well as cloth dolls of women dressed in Archangel Parish, local indigenous dress. and an archeological Capácuaro – You can visit the Parish of St John the site full of ancient Baptist built in the16th century with its ancient stone petroglyphs located facade. near the beautiful Angahuan – Picturesque village founded during the springs “The pre-Hispanic Period. This is one of the few Michoacán Ziranda” and “El mountain towns that has kept its original appearance Tigre”. with wood houses roofed with “tejamanil” (roof tiles). The highlights in the town are: the Hospital Chapel

Santuario Guadalupano

the Diocese of Zamora. The Federation Palace, elegant building originally built in 1904 in order to be residence of the Bishop of Zamora. The Temple of Zamora San Francisco, the Chapel of San Diego, the Parish of the Immaculate Conception, the Temple of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Church of Carmen, the Parish of the Lord of Health (Calvary), the District of Teco, the hull of the former hacienda “Los Espinos”, This is a privileged area for its cultural wealth, its and the Colegio de Michoacán. natural resources. The people in here have preserved One of its major attractions is Lake Chapala, where alive their ancestral traditions that are reflected in you can see thousands of white pelicans arriving their crafts and gastronomy. from October to March. It is one of the most important cities of Michoacán thanks to its commercial and agro-industrial development, in addition to its solid infrastructure in the area of services. This location is known for its “Chongos zamoranos” (sweet made from milk and sugar) and for its strawberries, considered the best in the world for its taste and consistency. You can visit the Cathedral of the Diocese, beautiful neoclassical building built between 1840 and 1879. The Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe majestic church designed to be the Cathedral of

Maruata

March. The 250 kilometers of the coast is a horizon of beaches, bays, cliffs, and exuberant vegetation where it is possible to admire numerous birds and thousands The Michoacán Coast of coconut palms, mango, papaya, and banana orchards. The most important city in the cost is Lázaro Cárdenas, among its attractions are: the Municipal Palace, the Cristo Rey Cathedral, the Fishers Dock, the Rio Balsas Dike and La Villita Dam.

It is located just 387 kms from Morelia and there is a new highway in very good conditions. The coast of Michoacán has a mixture of ancient culture represented in the ruins and in the native communities, and the magnificent beauty of the beaches. There are beaches with calm waters ideal for swimming and relax, but there are other beaches with strong waves excellent for people who love surfing. Besides, three different species of turtles (Laud, Golfina and Black) come ashore to lay their eggs in the sand from June to

Jardín and Eréndira Beaches – Palms fringe both beaches, ideal to enjoy a beautiful sunset and some of the best seafood in the area. Playa Azul (Blue Beach) – October, “the month of sea turtles” volunteers release baby turtles, beside if you visit this beach you can enjoy the regional tradition in the Festival with an exposition of handcrafts and regional dances. Barra de Pichi – A beautiful inlet near Playa Azul. You can enjoy a boat ride and have a delicious “pescado a la talla”, marinated grilled snapper wrapped in mangle leaf. Las Peñas – It is located 37 Km south of Lázaro Cárdenas. With this beach begin the rocky shore that extends several kilometers. There are cliffs amazing panoramic views along this beach. A festival or celebration takes place every year, where you can taste the regional food and enjoy the folk music as well as the handcrafts and the traditional volleyball tournament. The International Billfish Tournament is held in December. Barra de Tigre – Beautiful freshwater lagoon with a rich fauna and flora. The place is ideal for bird watching. Betula, is the name of a small boat that ran aground in 1993, and it has become an artificial reef. La Soledad – Cliffs border the small beach. Here you will enjoy the best shrimp in the coast of Michoacán. Every Palm Sunday, there is a sand sculpture festival “Expo Arena”; the celebration includes traditional music, dancing, crafts, and seafood. There is an exhibition of archaeological remains found under the sand.

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Pichilinguillo – It is a small beach situated on a tiny beaches. To reach this unique landscape, considered bay surrounded by cliffs on 3 sides, the sea is calm as as the most beautiful beach in Michoacán, you have a swimming pool, one of the most beautiful beaches to go through a rural village and then cross over a lush in Michoacán. This is one the safest swimming tropical vegetation to find an open space with a river areas along the coast. You can also enjoy a scenic flowing into the sea. Maruata actually has three bays. boat ride through its beautiful caves. A nice place for The left (eastern) is the longest, perfect for swimming snorkeling and fishing. There is a Lobster Festival and snorkeling. The one in the middle is for strong every December. Caleta de Campos – This beautiful bay with mirror-like water is ideal for swimming, water sports, and camping. Nexpa – A place to enjoy adventure and nature. The sea waves are very strong, ideal for surfing. The beach offers rustic cabins and services for camping. There are international surf tournaments in this beach. Villa Dorada – Beach with strong waves and moderate slope. There is a Turtle Conservation Camp. Maruata – Beach with gentle surf, clear turquoise waters and golden sandy

© 2014 All rights reserved. Contents can not be 26 reproduced for commercial purposes. INDEX swimmers, and it’s sheltered by a climbable rocky head riddled with caves, tunnels and blowholes. Here you will find the unusual Dedo de Dios (God’s Finger) formation rising from the sea. The far-right (western) beach is known as Playa de los Muertos (Beach of the Dead), for its dangerous currents. Where fresh water meets salt water, a nice lagoon is formed, and you can expect to see a wide variety of birds like seagulls, rocky island joined to the beach by a sand road. There flamingos, egrets, cormorants, ibis, and pelicans, is a shipwreck/artificial reefs around the coast. It is among others. There are rustic cabins and camping an ideal place for swimming, diving and snorkeling. areas. Here you can You can enjoy the local enjoy fresh lobster with cuisine based on fish handmade tortillas. and seafood. Colola – An extensive La Manzanillera – The beach with strong beach is beautiful with waves, where you can a turquoise and calm buy the best crafts of the sea, ideal for swimming. coast, like pieces of clay This place is legit one and wood, and textiles. of the best places to There is a small hostel get a lobster. It has where you can camp restaurants, cabins and and an eco-museum camping place. You can dedicated to marine admire the arrival of turtle. thousands of seabirds in Faro de Bucerías – The beach is formed within a June and July, a unique show. beautiful bay. There is the lighthouse and has a small La Ticla – Ideal for surfing, this beach has cabins and a campground. Annually during Palm Sunday, there is an International Surfing Tournament. Ixtapilla – Beach where every year about 30,000 turtles arrive to lay eggs from August to September. There are camping facilities. San Juan de Alima – It has lush vegetation and abundance of bird species. There are small hotels and palapas. Santelmo – Beautiful beach where you can enjoy the traditional dishes of the coast of Michoacán. It is ideal for camping.

Symbols

Apatzingán MORELIA, JALISCO Nueva PÁTZCUARO, Las Pintadas Italia URUAPAN La COLIMA El Aguaje Huacana Gambara MANZANILLO, Río Tepalcatec Grande COLIMA, Zicuirán GUADALAJARA

Villa Coalcomán Coahuayana Viejo Victoria Aguililla Coahuayana de Hidalgo Boca de MEXICO Churumuco Apiza 37 Ticuiz San Telmo Presa Infiernillo S.J. Alima Las Brisas Tambiscatio La PlacitaMorelos de

La Ticla Balsas R. MEXICO Ixtapilla 37 La Manzanillera Faro de Bucerías R. Coalcomán Arteaga Motín de Oro Colola R. Naixpa Maruata R. Tupitina Infiernillo

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and March. During those months, the pine and oyamel forests of the sanctuaries Sierra Chincua in Angagueo Monarch Butterfly and “El Rosario” in Ocampo, are colored with fluttering Sanctuary

The Monarch Butterfly, the symbol and pride of Michoacán, has found the eastern portion of the state the perfect spot to seek refuge and escape from the frigid autumn and winters of the forests in the southern Canadian and northern United States. This region offers propitious conditions with sufficient vegetation and temperatures for hibernation and reproduction of the Monarch Butterfly, whose estimated numbers of 60 million travel more than 4,000 kilometers to rest here between the months of October

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Tels. 52 (01) 715 15 700 56 / 715 15 707 32 [email protected] Hotel Agua Blanca @AguaBlancaHotel www.aguablanca.mx butterflies, their kilometers far from tones of orange, Angangueo. white and black Guides, whose contrasting with services are the forest green included in the and the blue sky entry fee, show create a unique you around the landscape. sanctuary and These sanctuaries give a short are open to explanation of public from the the butterflies’ second week of lifecycle. The walk November until to the best spot March 21st from is about 2 Km, 9 am to 5 pm. It mostly uphill at an is recommended altitude of almost to rent an off- 3,000 meters, so road vehicle in Angangueo to get to El Rosario. you better take it easy. The Sierra Chincua Sanctuary is located 6

the nature. The main attractions are: the “Azufres”, Charming Small Towns “Larga” Lagoon, Pacuato, Sabaneta, Mata de Pinos and the Tziranda Caves, among others. The main attractions in this region are the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuaries. Presa del Bosque (Forest Dam), is just Angangueo – It is an attractive former silver-mining 12 Km south from Zitácuaro; this is a nice place for town, recently named Magic Town. It has an irregular camping and for water sports. “Salto de Enandio”, a layout of its streets and blocks, which has remained 90-meter high waterfall, is also near Zitácuaro. the same since colonial times, and most of the houses San Felipe los Alzati – Considering the geographical are made of adobe with red roofs and flower-filled location of the site, overlooking the Valley of Zitácuaro, porches. There are two large churches on the town San Felipe los Alzati is supposed to have been an plaza: the Inmaculada Concepcíon built in pink stone strategic location for surveillance of travelers coming in Gothic style, and The San Simon Parish, both from central Mexico. The site was occupied from the built in the 18th century. You can also visit The Casa year 1200 to 1500 AC The orientation of the Main Parker, an old train station turned into a museum with Group is according with the cardinal points. The interesting photographs. The best time to visit is in 40-meter Major Pyramid is the highest structure in winter, since it is located very near from the Monarch Michoacán. A staircase to the main plaza connects Butterfly Biosphere Reserve.Zitácuaro – This is the the Minor Pyramid. Open daily from 10:00 a 17:00 hrs. city where the American National Supreme Board The village is an indigenous community with a temple was constituted to authenticate the “Independence known as San Felipe dating from the 16th century. Movement”. It is located in a region of forests with Ocampo – Town surrounded by mountains full of pine, pine, evergreen, oyamel trees, lagoons, creeks and fir and cedar trees. It has the largest Monarch Butterfly springs. The landscape is ideal for people who love Sanctuary in the country.

Ciudad Hidalgo – You can visit the 16th-century parish and buy the typical canned vegetables or fruit. San Matías – Es una comunidad alfarera que cuenta con dos bellas cruces atriales del siglo XVIII. Las Grutas de Tziranda (Grottoes) – This caves is the shelter of 19 species of bats. There are guides and some services. The site also features a light and sound show. Pucuato, Sabaneta and Mata de Pinos – It is a set of three dams that has become a Tourist Corridor, because of the unique beauty of the landscape. It is ideal for camping and sport fishing. Aporo – Small town located on the way to the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary. All the way to the sanctuaries is an ecological corridor with beautiful scenery. Tuxpan – The highlight of this town is the Temple of Santiago Apostol, with a majestic painting made by Cristobal de Villalpando named “Las Ánimas” (The Souls).

Contepec – This place is surrounded with nice hot springs. There is a small tourist center located near a large dam, the ideal place for sailing and jetski. Jungapeo – The location has a subtropical climate and a series of hot springs with an average temperature of 70º F or 30º C. One of the best places in the area is Agua Blanca. It offers a mountain landscape full of waterfalls. The hot springs have chemical components with therapeutical effects. Maravatío – The town is located in a beautiful large valley. You can visit The Morelos Theatre built in the beginning of the 20th century, the 16th-century church of San Juan Bautista, the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception built in a Moorish style, the house where Miguel Hidalgo – a leader of the War of Independence - stayed in 1810, and “El Refugio” (the Refuge) a traditional 19th-century pharmacy. Chucándiro - A 16th century viceroyalty Ex-Convent of St. Nicolas Tolentino and the Chapel of the hospital of the Conception are found here. Among its natural beauties are: “Los Baños” (the Baths), hot springs which have curative properties and “Tanimireche” a cold water spring, which before forming into a river it spreads into an area of 1.5 kilometers, constituting a small, but rich ecological reserve.

eaten with cream, cheese, and red hot salsa. The “Aporreadillo”, made of dried beef, scrambled egg, and tomato broth. The “Enchiladas Michoacanas”, filled with Typical Michoacán cheese bathed in a rich, yet mild, chili sauce, served with lettuce and diced potato and carrot. The Morelia- Style Gazpacho, a mixture of jicama, pineapple, mango, and chili powder, lemon juice, salt and cheese. Cuisine The “Uchepos”, sweet and soft corn tamales. The crispy “charalitos”, small fried fish served as a snack with sauce and lemon. The traditional “Sopa Tarasca (Tarascan Soup), with fried tortilla strips, tomato, The cuisine in Michoacán is as varied as the state’s beans, ancho chili powder, avocado and cheese. The landscape. It has the perfect combination of rich “Chileatole”, drink dating back to pre-Hispanic times, taste and impeccable aroma. Few other places in the is an atole (corn dough and sugar cooked in water) country can claim such a profound and long-lasting with chocolate and chili. The exquisite chilled avocado indigenous influence on their regional cuisine. Thanks soup, mixed with onions, cream cheese, coriander and to this influence, the regional cuisine has many chicken broth. The “Churipo”, a soup made of beef, versions of corn-based dishes, although other typical cabbage, onion, chili, and xoconostle, a sour tuna (fruit Mexican ingredients such as beans and chili are also of the nopal cactus), among other ingredients. The important in this gastronomy. traditional “Ates” (fruit jellies) made from fig, guava Among the main traditional dishes are: the delicious and strawberry. And the “Nieves de Pasta”, prepared corundas, similar to tamales, but wrapped in a long with milk, almonds, spices and honey. green corn plant leaf, folded in a triangular shape,

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