Morelia is called "The city of the pink quarry" and its historic center magnificently demonstrates why. Here you'll find more than 200 historic buildings built with the pink-toned rock found in the quarries of the state of ​​Michoacán.

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Pátzcuaro is the heart of the lake area, one of the points that most identifies the state of Michoacán since its days as the main pre-Hispanic religious center. The city's ancient inhabitants believed that Pátzcuaro was the gate of heaven, where the gods descended and ascended.

The aqueduct is one of the most iconic architectural aspects of the city, with its 253 arches - the highest part of which is eight meters high. This tourist attraction once functioned as a supplier of drinking water for the inhabitants of Morelia. Here you'll also find the source of Las Tarascas.

With a beautiful baroque façade, this impressive church is admired by everyone who visits it. Its interior was decorated by a local craftsman who formed incredible shapes that combine the indigenous tradition of clay sculpture with European plasterwork. It shines with the colorful and aesthetic elements of México.

This is the only alley in the historic center, surrounded by colonial houses and a pleasant pool; it is decorated with flowers and filled with romanticism. The alley also features a fragment of a poem written by the poet Lucas Ortiz.

Dulces Morelianos de la Calle Real is a factory and store selling typical sweets; this attraction was created to preserve the history and tradition of the city. It offers 300 varieties of sweets, exhibited in a Morelian-style atmosphere from the Porfirian era. Here you will find a cafeteria, a gallery of old photos of Morelia and traditional toys for sale.

The Catedral de Morelia is one of the most iconic sites in the city, due to its architectural design. It has two tall towers that can be seen throughout the Morelia valley. Construction was completed in 1744, 84 years after it started. One of the most majestic in Latin America.

The former Convento de Santa Catalina de Siena was built by the Dominicans in a Baroque style in the 18th century; its main characteristic is its monolithic columns, which are made from a single stone. This convent has always stood out for its extraordinary musical activity.

This temple was built in 1550 and although it is adorned inside with a large number of paintings and relics, very characteristic of the 19th century; its façade is very simple. The Virgen del Socorro is venerated here.

Between 1593 and 1619, the areas of the former convent of Carmen were built. These were remodeled when the property was repurposed as the Casa de la Cultura de Morelia.

Years ago, Valladolid (today Morelia) had a main square; however, it was divided in order to build the cathedral between 1640 and 1744. For this reason, the Plaza Melchor Ocampo is located on one side, and on the other side is the Plaza de los Mártires.

Since the colonial era, these portals have served mainly for trade, since their wide spaces allow transactions between sellers and buyers. With of the growth of the city, the portals have developed into new architectural spaces, featuring the emergence of new shopping malls.

Located in the middle of avenida Francisco I. Madero, in front of the tarascas and surrounded by arches, this walkable square is a highlight within the historic center of Morelia. It features gardens and an enormous fountain (one of the oldest in the city), and is close to restaurants, shops and places to purchase shoes.

The Augustinian order was distinguished by the material wealth that it collected, as it was one of the main owners of agricultural estates and owner of urban properties of ecclesiastical assets. Thus they had the opportunity to create new streets and squares in favor of the public good; as a result, this market developed on the grounds of a former convent, where basic necessities and common crockery were sold.

This is the most famous fountain in Morelia: a sculpture made of bronze that represents three Purépecha women with bare torsos, carrying a basket of fruit. It has been speculated that these figures represent three indigenous princesses: Atzimba, Eréndira and Tzetzangari.

The Bosque Cuauhtémoc is the largest in the city and one of the most important, ideal for meditating, exercising and taking a pleasant walk. Inside are gardens with an orchid garden, children's games, the Museo de Historia Natural and the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo.

Popularly known as “Calzada de Guadalupe” or “Calzada de San Diego”, the Calzada de Fray Antonio de San Miguel has its origins in the 17th century and served to connect the viceregal city with a chapel dedicated to the Virgin of Guadalupe.

This attraction consists of a museum divided into seven regions of craft production, and an adjoining store where you can buy several of these items; its main objective is to preserve and spread popular art. In a former Franciscan convent erected in 1531, you can admire these handmade jewels or take part in a workshop.

Here you will learn to prepare Michoacan dishes from traditional cooks; you can also embark on culinary and cultural tours in nearby locations.

The collection in this museum is divided into three sections: archeology, history and ethnology; it displays interesting archaeological objects including lithic ceramics, metalwork and jewelry, as well as indigenous clothing and other ethnographic aspects of various regions of the state.

Museo Regional Michoacano was officially founded on January 30, 1886, when the then-state governor, Mariano Jiménez, appointed Dr. Nicolás León as director. During the first years, the collection collected by León moved between the San Nicolás school and the Palacio de Gobierno. Finally, in 1915, the Museum received a Regulatory Law and a definitive address: the old house of Isidro Huarte.

This house was acquired by Morelos in 1801. In 1934, the Directorate of Colonial Monuments of the Republic declared the Casa de Morelos a National Monument.

La Casa Natal de Morelos is where the hero of Mexican Independence, better known as José María Morelos y Pavon, was born on September 30, 1765. In this museum you will find several rooms, one dedicated to his origins, another to the War of Independence and others to his life and death.

This museum is located in an 18th century mansion, which despite extensive renovations still retains much of its original baroque character. Luis Arango established the first printing press in the city of Morelia here on June 23, 1821.

This museum is located in a mansion dating from the end of the 19th century in the Cuauhtémoc forest, near San Pedro. It opened its doors to the public on September 30, 1971, with the name Museo de Arte Contemporáneo.

The Centro Cultural Universitario (CCU) is located in front of the Colegio de San Nicolás. It was built between 1991 and 1992 as a reproduction of the original façade of the historic Colegio de San Nicolás dating from the 17th century, before its reconstruction in the second half of the 21st century.

This museum has different rooms to visit, such as the "Ex situ" where animals from different parts of the world are displayed. In the "Fossils" room you can see remains of a mammoth or a saber tooth. One of the most popular exhibitions for adults and children alike is the "Saurika", the lair of dinosaurs. You can see different specimens of this species, which became extinct thousands of years ago. There is also a room dedicated to plants and their different uses. The Museo de Historia Natural is located inside the Cuauhtémoc Forest, and is a fun day out for all ages.

During your visit you have the opportunity to learn about the characteristics and evolution of orchids, famous for being a delicate and beautiful species.

The Zoo has large gardens and playgrounds, kiosks and an artificial pitch, where you can rent boats and take a tour. It also has a children's zoo with young animals that have been born within the facilities, and a museum where you can learn more about every species. It is the ideal place to spend a day with the whole family. The Zoológico de Morelia "Benito Juárez" is considered one of the most important in the country, due to the fact that it houses 473 species, as well as for its number of diverse species (2,641) - among which are 23 species of primates and 10 different types of felines. It is well regarded among the various parks of Latin America.

The Planetario also has a children's zoo with young animals that have been born within the facilities, and a museum where you can learn more about every species. It is the ideal place to spend a day with the whole family.

Teatro Ocampo was built during the first half of the 19th century, and was for some time a cinema; it has undergone several renovations, in which plays, dance, opera, children's events, festivals, films and conferences are held.

This club offers three first class golf courses: Campestre, Altozano and Tres Marías.

Quiroga is 24 kilometers from Pátzcuaro. Its old name was Cocupao, which means "stone's throw" or "reception place". Quiroga is famous for its creations in wood and leather goods; you'll find many shops selling typical Michoacan handicrafts from all corners of the state.

Janitzio is the largest island in Lake Pátzcuaro, as well as the highest. Its name means "corn flower" in Purépecha. The island is especially known for its celebration of the Night of the Dead on November 1st. The view of the lake is spectacular and from here you can also climb a 1200-meter zip line.

On the shores of Lake Pátzcuaro stands the capital of the Purépecha Empire. With a colonial air and unique Tarascan spirit, the Magical Town of Tzintzuntzan in Michoacán features streets lined with flowers and the costumes of its artisans. The men dodge the sun's rays, proudly wearing brimmed hats that they have made with their own hands.

The name of this Magical Town means "place of jars" in Michoacán, undoubtedly due to the relationship it has with the immense lagoon of the same name. Its location allowed it to be isolated for several centuries, which is why the former Augustinian convent of Santa María Magdalena has remained fairly untouched.

The Parque Nacional Insurgente José María Morelos is a protected natural area of ​​pine and oak forest located south of the municipality of Charo, Michoacán. The area was declared a national park in 1939 by the president of México, Lázaro Cárdenas del Río.

Reino de Atzimba stands out among entertainment alternatives in Zinapécuaro and surrounding places because its facilities offer something for everyone in the family. Just 45 minutes from Morelia, on Highway 120, discover a day f fun and relaxation at this great water park.

Just 35 minutes from Morelia is this destination. where you can find culture, traditions and great fun.

This is one of the representative sites of the era prior to the heyday of the Tarascan lordship, highlighting the existence of clearly Teotihuacan features and other local traditions. Between 1978 and 1979, the archaeologists Román Piña Chan and Kuniaki Ohi carried out most of the archaeological excavations that we can visit today.

There are three major migrations here: the monarch butterflies from November to March, the pelicans in Petatán and the turtles on the beaches of Michoacán.