The first magical town of the State is the origin of great stories in Mexico, here the national independence movement began, and it is the birthplace of the greatest composer of popular music in Mexico José Alfredo Jiménez.

Here the handicrafts stand out for their unique expressions such as Talavera or Majolica ceramics, techniques with large, bright colors that keep a centuries-old tradition alive.

The ice cream here is known for having unique flavors, they pay tribute to Mexican cuisine in such exotic flavors as mole or pork rinds and some endemic fruits such as garambullo.

With an important historical heritage that is present in its streets and squares, we can visit emblematic points such as the parish of “Nuestra Señora de los Dolores”, the visitors’ house, the Abasolo house that was converted into a museum for the Bicentennial celebrations. of the National Independence War.

In the city surroundings you can visit important sites such as the colorful mausoleum in honor of José Alfredo Jiménez in the municipal pantheon, the historic hacienda de la Erre or El Llanito, the perfect place to discover the Otomí gastronomy that is still preserved to this day.

The wine tourism activity is present in the museum, the second dedicated exclusively to wine activity in Mexico, and you can also tour the beautiful vineyards that are on the suburns of the city.