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Where Is Guanajuato?

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Situated in central Mexico, Guanajuato is surrounded by the western state of Jalisco, Zacatecas to the northwest, the northern state of San Luis Potosi, the eastern region of Quarétaro, and the southern state of Michoacán.

Question 2

What Is Guanajuato Known For?

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Narrow and winding, picturesque and colorful — there are a million and one words to describe the city of Guanajuato. Located in a narrow valley with equally narrow lanes, Guanajuato also features brightly hued buildings that decorate the hillside, which lead down to pretty plazas and ambient squares. Internationally famed for its acclaimed annual arts festival, the Festival Cervantino, Guanajuato is steeped in youthful vibrancy, prolific culture, and genuine artistic spirit. Colonial-era mansions, churches, restaurants, and bars decorate the atmospheric lanes while the locals welcome tourists with open arms, open hearts, and open smiles.

Question 3

A Quick Guide to Guanajuato

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Museum of the Mummies of Guanajuato: One of the main attractions in Guanajuato, the Museum of Mummies is a nod to the city’s very gruesome past. After the famous 1800 cholera outbreak, numerous bodies were unable to be buried due to a government-imposed cemetery tax that was too large to be paid by the poor. The entombed bodies were then exhumed and the corpses underwent the natural mummification process. Due to the curiously morbid nature of humans that were fascinated by the phenomenon, a museum was born. Today, those with a strong stomach can view the time-preserved deceased in one of the strangest ways to spend an afternoon.
Teatro Juarez: Part Moorish, part Roman, and part Greek, Teatro Juarez is all beauty. The grand stage and magnificent décor, adorned in rich detail and colors, permit any performed spectacle on stage to be transformed into a visual masterpiece. Visitors are certainly in for a treat for the eyes and ears when they see a performance at Teatro Juarez.
El Pípila: Dedicated to Pipila, an Indian miner who was murdered after taking up arms against the Mexican government in an Indian revolt, El Pipila is a hill-top monument that salutes to the hero who advanced the cause of the independence movement. As he holds his torch over the city, El Pipila certainly does shine a light over the city.

Question 4

Popular Destinations Near Guanajuato

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Irapuato: Dyed in shades of orange and gold, Irapuato doesn’t need anyone to paint the town red anymore. A huge producer of strawberries, Irapuato is charming, historical, and culturally rich. At night, Irapuato is transformed. The black night is illuminated with the colors of the Fountains of Dancing Waters, a spectacle of music and color.
Leon: Despite its reputation as the “shoe capital of the world” and a manufacturing center of leather, Leon is rooted in global industry but its spirit is truly Mexicana. By day, the pedestrianized city center is aplenty with first-class services and hotels, with lists upon lists of recreational, gastronomic and entertainment amenities. By night, street sellers and crowds of Mexican families create a cacophony of sounds, emphasized by the sweet tunes of Mexican guitar filling the air.

Question 5

Best Neighborhoods in Guanajuato

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Plaza de la Paz: While you are in the area of the Plaza de la Paz, take the opportunity to just sit down and let Guanajuato in all its majesty come to you. Lined with several affordable restaurants, cafes, gelaterias, and cantinas with outdoor seating, there are countless spots to bask in the sun and take in the city in all its wonder.

Question 6

What is the price range for rentals in Guanajuato?

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Vacation rentals in Guanajuato have a price range between $39-$5,206. The average price for rentals in Guanajuato is $103 per night.

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