Latin America’s Illuminated City Gets More lights

By John K. Glaab, CIPS

Morelia is more than the political capital of Michoacan. It is also the cultural center. In 2003, the city embarked on an activity,” Plan Luz.” Buildings and historical monuments are lit up at night. The architecture is a true sixteenth century jewel…

In 2010, Morelia was named, “Latin America’s [...]

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Morelia´s Downtown is World Heritage (Video)

Por Liliana Elena González

@mexatua

This is a showcase of historical buidings, monuments, parks & streets of downtown Morelia: Tarascas fountain, Aqueduct, Madero Avenue, Cathedral and more.

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Tarascas Fountain & Villalongin Park in Morelia (Video)

By Liliana Elena Gonzalez

@mexatua

The Tarascas Fountain & Villalongin Park are located in downtown Morelia. Villalongín Square is a beautiful garden named after the Independence hero Manuel Villalongin. He rescued his wife from the Spanish prision that used to be in the same place.

The Tarascas Fountain is located next to the Villalongín [...]

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Morelia´s Tourist Attractions and Architecture (Part 3)

By Liliana Elena Gonzalez

@mexatua

Equestrian Statue of Morelos: Sculpted by the Italian artist José Inghillieri and dedicated to José Ma. Morelos. This piece is a patriotic symbol of freedom.

Morelos whole name was: José María Teclo Morelos y Pavón. He was born in September 30, 1765 in Valladolid, now Morelia. He was a [...]

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Morelia´s Tourist Attractions and Architecture (Part 2)

By Liliana Elena Gonzalez

@mexatua

Callejon del Romance: The “Romance Alley” is a passage with pink quarry, flowers and fountains. It connects Madero avenue with Luis Moya street. It is located in front of the Aqueduct, Fray Antonio de San Miguel Avenue and the Villalongin Square. This place is surrounded in a romantic [...]

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Morelia´s Tourist Attractions and Architecture (Part 1)

By Liliana Elena Gonzalez

@mexatua

Aqueduct: This baroque construction has 253 arcs. It was built under the orders of Bishop Fray Antonio de San Miguel in 1785, so the city could have more access to drinkable water and the indians could have more jobs.

Fray Antonio de San Miguel Street: It was built in [...]

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