The Independence Route in Mexico is a historical and cultural itinerary that covers the main sites where key events at the beginning of the War of Independence (1810-1821) took place. This route can be particularly attractive due to its combination of history, colonial architecture, cuisine, and Mexican traditions.
Some of the tourist attractions along the Independence Route in Mexico are:
1. Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato
Parish of Our Lady of Sorrows, where priest Miguel Hidalgo gave the famous Grito de Dolores (September 16, 1810).
The Casa de Hidalgo Museum: Former home of the father of independence.
The Birthplace Museum of José Alfredo Jiménez, one of the most important ranchera music composers of the 20th century.
2. San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Site of independence conspiracies and birthplace of Ignacio Allende.
A World Heritage City, it boasts a strong colonial-Baroque heritage and offers first-class cuisine and accommodations.
3. Atotonilco, Guanajuato
Sanctuary of Jesus of Nazareth of Atotonilco: A World Heritage Site, known as the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas" for its Baroque religious murals.
It features Baroque sacred art, mysticism, and colonial religious architecture.
4. Guanajuato City
It was the site of one of the first battles, the capture of the Alhóndiga de Granaditas.
The Alhóndiga Museum tells the story of independence and contains insurgent remains.
Also of great interest are the Juárez Theater, the Diego Rivera Museum, and the International Cervantino Festival.
5. Querétaro
City where the 1810 conspiracies were planned.
Some of the key sites include the Casa de la Corregidora and the Querétaro Aqueduct.
Enjoy Baroque architecture, a rich colonial history, and a direct connection to the beginnings of the independence movement. It is also a culinary and wine center.
6. Celaya and San Juan de la Vega (Guanajuato)
Scenes of the first insurgent battles. They provide an insight into the context of the armed movements, as well as popular traditions such as the "Explosión de los Tumbagones" (Tumbagones’ Explosion, a festival in San Juan de la Vega).
7. Aculco and Tepeji del Río (State of Mexico and Hidalgo)
Scenes of insurgent clashes and regroupings.
Charming towns, 19th-century rural history, natural landscapes, and vernacular architecture.
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