Guadalajara Mexico tourism

Guadalajara is the second most populated city in Mexico 6.8 millions. The city was founded in 1542 and is a gem of Mexico. known as the ¨Pearl of the West¨ City the birthplace of Mariachi music and hat dance or jarabe el Tapatio is located 550 kilometers from Mexico City and 3 1/2 hours from Puerto Vallarta

Guadalajara is a safe city but just like in the rest of the world cities like Paris, Rome or Washing D.C.,

Guadalajara Activity centers in down town, central city surrounded by historic buildings field museums, and of course the shopping centers are new. The strategic location that makes this location a perfect place to look at a piece of the Guadalajara Tourism Popular tourist destinaion city of Guadalajara. As far as the eye could see, which seems mostly old buildings, gray and brown, supported by solid and large pillars, and statues that adorned the head of the building.

Guadalajara Mexico Tourism

Guadalajara, Old buildings are to be contrasted with a modern shopping complex with a large glass and reflect light when the sun is highlighted, such is the case of Plaza Andares and Tlaquepaque Forum. Sights like this might just as well as a description of gems from the West who became the nickname of Guadalajara. Light sprinkling of new buildings, and the silhouette of old buildings are colored black, it looks like a gem, take a look at Riu Plaza hotel

Tours Activities and Things to do in Guadalajara

In Guadalajara , You can visit the museum-style neoclassical works of the famous Spanish architect Manuel Tolsa were originally built as houses for the poor, 400 orphaned and abandoned children until the 1980s. The Cabañas Art Museum is shaped high-rise buildings are loaded with the pillars outside the building and inside the building, with a dome-shaped roof which is equipped with a giant glass window. Explore the 23 patios that contain the beautiful artwork. Dome and the walls of the main chapel is full of murals Orozco’s work in 1938-1939.

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We continue the journey by visiting the Guadalajara Cathedral, located at the heart of down town Guadalajara, near the Palacio de Gobierno. The cathedral is a symbol of Guadalajara was built in 1561. Since ordained in 1616, this church has undergone renovation several times, and made with a variety of architectural styles.

Today, Guadalajara´s Metropolitan Cathedral with a tower 65 meters tall and is painted yellow is unique because it has a stylish mix of gothic, baroque, Moorish and neoclassical. The building we see today is actually the renovation in 1842, because the original building was destroyed by an earthquake.

At Liberty Plaza Liberación, overlooking the Cathedral there is Teatro Degollado, a theater built in the early 19th century. This Neoclassical-style building is decorated with reliefs of the god Apollo and the nine fairy. In it there are many very beautiful murals. In this place every Sunday at 10 am Ballet Folklórico performances are held by the students Gaudalajara University. And in seasons, the theater was holds Jalisco Philharmonic performances.

Guadalajara Tourism is also famous for Tequila, Mexico’s traditional liquor

Guadalajara is also famous for Tequila, Mexico’s traditional liquor. That’s why in almost all bars and entertainment venues in Guadalajara always available a Tequila with a variety of levels. One of the most famous is the Tequila Sauza that can be taken about a half hour drive from Guadalajara. This place, besides being the largest Tequila production in Mexico, also become tourist attractions. Travelers can see how it is processed and of course are welcome to taste.

Guadalajara, Another place you can not miss is the Mercado Libertad, the largest market in Guadalajara. In this crowded place you could see the carriage horses, mothers who shop a variety of needs with using tan straw hat and a big round wicker baskets to fill with the groceries in hand.

The goods are marketed, locally known as San Juan de Dios, in addition to meat and vegetables, as well as clothing, leather goods and traditional mariachi hats. Not to forget there are many restaurants serving various types of cuisine. Starting from the cuisine of Mexico to the Asian dishes.

Guadalajara tourism and safety in Mexico

Guadalajara is a safe city but just like in the rest of the world cities like Paris, Rome or Washing D.C., thiefs target tourists, be aware, travel with your Tour Guide. Your professional licensed tour guide should be able to spot an unsafe situation and knows better how to put you into safety.