One of the best parts about living in Mexico is the chance to explore its many incredible towns and cities. Do you live in Puerto Vallarta at Garza Blanca? While life at the beach is amazing, don’t miss the opportunity to get to know colonial Mexico. This week we are featuring San Miguel de Allende, a beautiful colonial city known for its vibrant, colorful buildings and small town charm that is located in the middle of Mexico.
Once a hidden gem of Mexico, San Miguel de Allende is becoming more popular with foreign travellers since Travel and Leisure Magazine named the city the “Best City in the World” in 2017. Read more to learn about San Miguel de Allende, a Mexican colonial town you have to see for yourself.
San Miguel de Allende is full of amazing Spanish architecture that visitors fall in love with.
With nearly perfect weather all year round, temperatures range between the 70F’s to the 80F’s in this colonial charmer. Due to its perfect weather and stunning beauty, the colonial town is attracting more visitors than ever to get to know this Best city in the World award winner. With around 150,000 residents, San Miguel de Allende retains a small town feel, yet also offers visitors and residents modern day conveniences that everyone can appreciate.
San Miguel de Allende has a historic center where visitors can meander cobblestone streets as they take in the city’s lively ambiance. Don’t miss the Parroquia de San Miguel Archangel non-Gothic church and its pink towers that tower over the main central plaza. Sit down on a park bench in the plaza so you can enjoy some premium people watching.
The buildings throughout town are painted in vibrant colors of orange, pink, and red shades, which gives San Miguel de Allende a unique appeal that visitors adore. It is well known for having a flourishing art scene, and there are tons of incredible art galleries in town. In addition, there are many interesting and exciting festivals held in the city throughout the year. One of the most popular festivals is the Day of the Dead, also known as Dia de los Muertos, held each year during the first week of November.
San Miguel de Allende is not only known for the arts, but it also has incredible gastronomy as well. There are many fine culinary choices for visitors to enjoy.
You can try everything from homemade, freshly baked treats up to world class gourmet fare that can compete on an international level. Want an insider tip? Don’t miss the street vendors selling churros near the main plaza. A churro is a delicious sugary treat that is very similar to a donut. Want even more pastries?
Visit the Cumpanio Bakery which is an European inspired panaderia that many people say makes the best pastries in the city since 2011. La Parada is one of the most popular restaurants in the city, and their dishes are inspired by Peruvian culture with a Mexican twist. Definitely call and make a reservation ahead of time, and request a table out on their patio during the summer months. If you are visiting during winter, request to sit inside near the fireplace. After dinner, why not head to Parque Benito Juarez, the city’s beautiful and tranquil park located just on the outskirts of downtown. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy an evening stroll.
Garza Blanca residents, listen up! Take advantage of living in paradise and plan a trip to get to know Mexico’s colonial gem, San Miguel de Allende.
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