Guanajuato, a city like an upturned jewel box

🇲🇽 Guanajuato Basic Information

Location: A mountain city located in central Mexico at an altitude of about 2,000m

State capital: Capital of Guanajuato State

Population: Approximately 170,000

Climate: Dry and comfortable throughout the year, warm during the day and cold in the mornings and evenings (especially cold from November to February)

World Heritage Site: Guanajuato Historic Center and Silver Mine are registered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites (1988)

Characteristics: Beautiful townscape that retains strong traces of the colonial era and a history that once flourished as one of the world's largest silver mining cities

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🌈 Places to see & Recommended Points

1. El Pípila

A popular observation deck with a panoramic view of the entire city. The colorful houses look like something out of a picture book!

2. The colorful old town and its maze-like alleys

Narrow, winding streets, cobblestones, tunnels, suddenly appearing squares and murals... just walking around feels like an adventure.

3. Callejón del Beso (Kissing Alley)

A romantic alley with balconies on both sides. A popular photo spot for lovers.

4. Mummies Museum (Museo de las Momias)

A unique museum that displays natural mummies. A bit scary, but a Guanajuato specialty.

5. University of Guanajuato and Theater (Teatro Juárez)

A representative example of beautiful architecture. It's also great to sit and relax on the steps in front of the theater.

6. Alóndiga de Granaditas

A historical building that was the stage for the War of Independence. The exhibits are also substantial.

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🚍 Access information

✈️ From Mexico City (CDMX)

Bus

Duration: about 5-6 hours

Fee: 500-800 pesos

Departure/Arrival: Terminal Norte → Guanajuato Bus Terminal (about 15 minutes by taxi to the city)

Plane + Land

Mexico City → Leon (BJX) about 1 hour

About 30-40 minutes from the airport to Guanajuato city by taxi or Uber

🚍 From Guadalajara

Bus

Duration: about 4-5 hours

Fee: 400-700 pesos

Departure/Arrival: Nueva Central Camionera → Guanajuato Bus Terminal

Car (rental car)

Duration: about 3.5-4 hours

Use the highway, a comfortable drive with beautiful scenery

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✨ A word

Guanajuato is a "town that is fun to walk in"! Each street, staircase, and building has a story. It's a perfect city for photography enthusiasts, history buffs, and those who just want to relax.