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Queretaro
Beautiful and impeccable City that seduces the senses of the most demanding travellers. Visually it offers the harmony of his historical buildings, and what to say of the sense of taste that surely will be satisfied with its delicious gastronomy, feel the splendid textures of fibres woven by the skilful hands of the craftsmen, listen to its intriguing legends and breathe its clean air.
Height 1800 to 1820 meters on the level of the sea
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Santiago de Queretaro City is the capital of the State of Queretaro , located 220 km to the north of Mexico City. During the prehispanic era, the region was influenced by the Teotihuacan , Toltec and Mexica cultures, whose traces can still be seen at places like Toluquilla, Ranas and El Cerro. Queretaro was later inhabited by the Spaniards, who also left their mark on the state, and by 1996, the historical center of Queretaro City, the state's capital, was declared a World Heritage site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Santiago de Queretaro was founded in 1531, among bloody battles between native Indian and Spanish conquerors. Under the protection of the Apostle Santiago, who appeared in the skies in order to seal with his image the cultural mixture of which became the third colonial city of the XVIII century. |
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The historic downtown offers the visitor over 460 years of history and tradition through its aqueduct, temples, mansions and palaces that make of this city one of the most beautiful colonial spots.
Places to visit: Republic Theater, Government palace, Panteón de los Queretanos Ilustres, The hill of the bells and the city museum, Plaza de armas, Acueduct. |
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