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Handicrafts

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

Discover the culture of Michoacán!

Craft activity in Michoacán stands out for its diversity and the abundance of products made, as well as for the large number of people dedicated to this work. This richness motivates the implementation of official policies and actions that support the promotion and development of local crafts. Michoacán has 16 branches of handicraft production, each subdivided into different types of products, ranging from utilitarian and decorative to ceremonial. The variety and quantity of products depend on the specific branch in question. Michoacán is a region of vast cultural and anthropological richness that preserves the traditions and skills of five ethnic groups:

  • Mazahuas
  • Nahuas
  • Otomi
  • Purépechas
  • Matlatzincas or Pirindas

 

Artisan Branch no. 16

Various

Blown Glass

Craft branch of relatively recent appearance.

Cane Paste

Elaborated with the pre-Hispanic technique, also called “Tatzingueni”.

Ceramics

It uses wax as raw material.

Fibers and Vegetable Products

The rich biodiversity of the state produces a wide variety of plant products.

Laudería

The art of creating stringed instruments with fine woods.

Maques and Lacquers

Products with pre-Hispanic origin technique.

Metalwork, Goldsmithing and Jewelry

It covers all casting, carving, chiseling and hammering techniques.

Miniature

The miniature is a faithful imitation of everyday life.

Plumaria

The feathers are like brushes that trace a wide range of colors.

Pottery and Ceramics

Clay is one of the most precious riches of Michoacan soil.

Saddlery

It is the technique used to work the leather or skin.

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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

Pátzcuaro 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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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

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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