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Where Is Morelia Located in Mexico?

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The city of Morelia and the capital of the Michaocán state is located in west-central Mexico. Situated on the banks of the Rio Grande de Morelia between Mexico City and Guadalajara, Morelia sits at the foot of the Sierra Madre Occidental, near the agricultural valley of Morelia-Queretaro.

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What Is Morelia Known For?

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Ironically nicknamed “the most Spanish city in Mexico,” the city of Morelia is also one of the most beautiful. A famously historic city, home to more than 1,000 colonial buildings, Morelia is drenched in history and saturated in beauty. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Morelia is a tribute to a bygone time. With history seeping into every nook and cranny, the calm streets reverberate with an unfamiliar energy. Flawlessly defined by the magnificence of its historical constructions, Morelia fuses ancient artistry with eclectic patterns, styles, and colors. Throughout the city, scenic plazas, ramshackle taquerías, well-manicured gardens, inviting chocolaterías, elegant atriums, and sidewalk cafes contrast beautifully against the ornate architectural designs with all its baroque facades and graceful sloping archways.

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Attractions to Visit in Morelia, Mexico

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Museo de Arte Colonial: Small in size it may be, but the Museo de Arte Colonial is colossal in its grandeur and value. Housing an expansive collection of ancient books, documents, religious ornaments, paintings, and maps of the viceregal period that fills five rooms, the museum is a stunningly ornate baroque-style house meticulously adapted to the neoclassical style of the 19th century.
Morelia Cathedral: An architectural gem of the city, the magnificent Morelia Cathedral dominates the city skyline. Overlooking the main square of the city, the imposing structure is famed not just for its size but also its distinctive pinkish-brown hue — the outcome of being constructed from locally sourced trachyte stone. With its striking azulejo-decorate dome serving as the main centerpiece, the cathedral took more than 100 years to complete despite construction starting in 1640. Wander through the doorways of this spectacular building and marvel at the delightfully bizarre potpourri of architectural styles and features including baroque 70-meter high bell towers, Neoclassical retablos, and an elegantly crafted figure of Christ.
Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe: Despite its unassuming façade, the Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe is an extravagant homage to the patron lady of Mexico. Ornately magnificent and sublime in its artistry, the Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe is an 18th-century church that houses one of the most spectacularly lavish sacral interiors in Mexico. Widely regarded as a national treasure, the interiors are sumptuously adorned in a vibrant array of colors, seventeenth-century oil paintings, and countless finely crafted plaster rosettes that crawl up the walls to the ornate gold leaf-covered ceiling.

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Popular Destinations Near Morelia

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Cuitzeo del Porvenir: Located 33 minutes away from Morelia, Cuitzeo del Porvenir is famed for hosting one of the most ostentatious Augustinian convents in Mexico. A "Pueblo Magico" of raucous fiestas and vibrant colors, the Cuitzeo del Porvenir is a gorgeously sumptuous blend of nature, architecture, and traditional Mexican folklore. Visitors are blessed with the sights of cobbled streets awash with old-world charm, charming vistas showcasing nature's bounties, grand temples decorated with beautiful paintings, a dazzling array of architecture, and a vast collection of Plateresque art by the Augustine friars.
Pátzcuaro: Undoubtedly one of the most premier tourist destinations in Michoacán and located less than an hour from Morelia, Pátzcuaro is colonial Mexico at its most bewitching. Enjoy afternoon strolls down the ancient cobblestone streets and relish in the cacophony of sensations at the colorful city markets selling only the most beautiful of handicrafts and most delicious of foods. One of the best places in Mexico to see Day of the Dead celebrations, the beautifully preserved colonial town of Pátzcuaro is the home of the indigenous Purépecha people, stunning colonial architecture, and dramatic scenery.

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Best Neighborhoods in Morelia, Mexico

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Centro Histórico de Morelia: Built in the 16th century, the Centro Historico is the only neighborhood in Morelia to relish the true essence of the city. Colonial-era pink stone buildings line the cobbled streets of this neighborhood — the epicenter of Morelia’s culture and history. Showcasing a superlative and eclectic amalgam of the medieval spirit with neoclassical, Renaissance, and Baroque elements, the Centro Historico is filled to the brim with sidewalk cafes, theaters, museums, tamale eateries, taquerias, and upscale modern spots offering the very best of modern Mexico.

Question 6

What is the price range for rentals in Morelia?

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Vacation rentals in Morelia have a price range between $39-$7,000. The average price for rentals in Morelia is $39 per night.

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