Deep within the verdant heart of Barranca del Cupatitzio National Park lies La Rodilla del Diablo, a place shrouded in legend and natural wonder. Here, the Cupatitzio River springs forth in a crystalline stream, as if birthed from the earth itself. The waters bubble and dance with an almost otherworldly energy, their clarity revealing the … Read more
Santa Clara del Cobre is a Magic Town nestled in the hills of Michoacán and it is renowned for its amazing copper craftsmanship. This town, formally known as Villa Escalante, has a history of copperwork dating back over 500 years, with roots in the Purépecha indigenous culture. The Purépecha were known for their advanced metalwork … Read more
Tlalpujahua, one of Mexico’s Magic Towns in Michoacán, is the perfect place for Christmas shopping. Known as “The Town of Eternal Christmas,” in this beautiful cobbled street town you’ll find artisans in their workshops creating decorations and the baubles for which it is best known, it becomes a festive paradise during the run-up to the … Read more
Nieve de Pasta translates to “paste ice cream,” it was called pasta by its creator don Agapito Villegas in 1905, he lived in Michoacan’s Magic Town of Patzcuaro and his recipe has been passed down through generations, the name references its smooth, dense texture, and the rich consistency of the traditional Mexican dessert. Unlike more … Read more
Parícutin Volcano, located in the Mexican state of Michoacán, is one of the world’s youngest volcanoes and a fascinating example of how a volcano can emerge in modern times. Its birth began on February 20, 1943, when it erupted in a farmer’s cornfield near the village of Parícutin. The farmer, Dionisio Pulido, was working in … Read more
The Monarch butterfly is an iconic species that has captured the attention and imagination of people around the world. Michoacán, Mexico, is home to several butterfly sanctuaries and has played a significant role in the conservation efforts to protect this remarkable insect. Here’s a closer look at some of the history of Monarch butterfly conservation … Read more
Monarch butterflies are known for their long-distance migration, which is one of the most spectacular phenomena in the natural world. The migration of monarch butterflies is an annual cycle that spans multiple generations and covers thousands of miles. From North America to Central Mexico Overwinter Cluster The monarch butterflies that arrive in the northern regions … Read more
The Magical Towns Programme is led by Mexico’s Secretariat of Tourism, there is a wide criteria to follow in order to obtain this status. The towns must keep their natural beauty, cultural richness, traditions, folklore, historical relevance, cuisine, art crafts, religious events and architecture, all these under UNESCO supervision. It’s not an easy task to … Read more
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