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Archaeological Zones

Michoacán is a state with a rich cultural heritage, reflected in the various archaeological sites it houses.

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These areas offer a glimpse into the ancient civilizations that inhabited the region, such as the Purepecha, who left an architectural, ceremonial and religious legacy that still fascinates visitors. Monumental structures, ceremonial plazas and vestiges of ancient cities are testimonies of the cultural and organizational development of these pre-Hispanic societies. To explore Michoacán’s archaeological sites is to delve into the history of a people that resisted and flourished in an environment full of symbolism and tradition.

Ihuatzio

This archaeological site, of great extension, still keeps many of its secrets.

La Nopalera

Huandacareo, also known as La Nopalera, stands on a hill to the northwest of Lake Cuitzeo.

San Felipe de los Alzati

This archaeological site covered about 52 hectares.

Tingambato

Also known as Tinganio, which in the Purépecha language means “place where the fire begins”.

Tres Cerritos

One of the archaeological settlements in the Cuitzeo basin that has been systematically excavated.

Yácatas – Tzintzuntzan

This pre-Hispanic city was one of the largest and most influential.

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Zamora Region

The northwestern region of Michoacán is synonymous with fertile lands, lakes and mountains. Its capital is Zamora, a small city that reached its splendor during the twentieth century, the result of economic and social development.
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Uruapan Region

Uruapan, the second city of Michoacán and capital of the avocado, is a place with a privileged climate and a tourist center in the P’urhépecha Plateau. It is located on the banks of the Barranca del Cupatitzio, the river that sings, and is the place where Don Vasco died in his huatápera.
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Region Patzcuaro

Patzcuaro Region

Lake Patzcuaro is one of the most emblematic places in Michoacán. On its shores flourished the P’urépecha civilization, as shown by the Yácatas, in the Magical Town of Tzintzuntzan, and other archaeological sites such as Ihuatzio.
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Morelia Region

The old Valladolid, in times of the viceroyalty, played a crucial role as a center of power. Cradle of illustrious characters who left their mark on the history of Mexico, it later became the scene of the birth of independence.
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Experiences

Michoacán Beaches

A hidden treasure on Mexico’s Pacific Coast

Adventure and Nature

Embark on all the natural adventures that await you in Michoacán.

Dances

Traditional dances are much more than an artistic expression; they are a profound reflection of the identity and worldview of their people.

Archaeological Zones

Michoacán is a state with a rich cultural heritage, reflected in the various archaeological sites it houses.

Semi-sunken churches

Beyond their aesthetic value, these sunken churches tell stories of communities that flourished and then were forced to adapt to their changing environment.

Handicrafts

Michoacáns handicrafts are a cultural treasure that reflects the skill and tradition of its communities.

Patrimonies

Michoacán has 6 World Heritage Sites, all of which have been designated by UNESCO.

Traditional Cooking

Discover the essence of Michoacan gastronomy through the expert hands of people who, with passion and dedication, preserve its culture and conquer palates.

Routes

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