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Guanajuato city
Guanajuato, the capital of Guanajuato state, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a charming colonial era city situated in a picturesque valley surrounded by the Sierra de Guanajuato mountains. Guanajuato is nicknamed the place of frogs because the shape of its mountainous terrain is said to have resembled a frog to the citys early inhabitants. The region is known as the Bajio, or heartland of Mexico.Founded in 1559, Guanajuato is a former silver mining city and home to the La Valenciana mine.The historic center of Guanajuato has a distinct European flavor with hundreds of narrow cobblestone callejones (alleyways) running up and down the hillside. Shady plazas are dotted with sidewalk cafes, museums, theaters, markets and historic monuments. The buildings throughout the city are fine examples of neoclassical- and baroque style colonial architecture. An underground network of tunnels runs beneath the city helping to control the flow of traffic.Known as the birthplace of Mexican Independence, Guanajuato is an important stop along Mexicos Independence route
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This print showcases the enchanting beauty of Guanajuato city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the capital of Guanajuato state in Mexico. Nestled in a picturesque valley surrounded by the majestic Sierra de Guanajuato mountains, this colonial-era gem exudes charm and history. Guanajuato earned its nickname as "the place of frogs" due to its mountainous terrain resembling a frog's shape according to early inhabitants. Located in the heartland of Mexico known as Bajio, this region holds great significance. Founded in 1559, Guanajuato was once a thriving silver mining city and home to the renowned La Valenciana mine. Its historic center boasts an unmistakable European flair with narrow cobblestone alleyways meandering up and down hillsides. The shady plazas are adorned with sidewalk cafes, museums, theaters, markets, and historic monuments that transport visitors back in time. The neoclassical- and baroque-style colonial architecture adorning every building is simply breathtaking. Moreover, beneath the surface lies an intricate network of tunnels that help regulate traffic flow throughout the city. As one explores this remarkable destination along Mexico's Independence route, it becomes evident why Guanajuato is considered the birthplace of Mexican Independence. This print captures not only its rich heritage but also invites viewers to immerse themselves in its undeniable allure. ©fitopardo. com
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