Tourist Attractions in Tzintzuntzan, Michoacán
Tzintzuntzan is another “pueblo mágico” (magical village) of Michoacán . When our guests at Hotel Mansión Iturbe ask about places to visit neat Pátzcuaro , the ever-enchanting Tzintzuntzan is always close to the top of the list. Tzintzuntzan is a village that holds dear a legend and culture that its residents have carefully maintained for generations – a place that is central to the very history of Michoacán . Tzintzuntzan, Michoacán, México Tzintzuntzan was the capital of the Purépecha empire. Don Vasco de Quiroga , as the bishop of Michoacán , took possession of it on August 22, 1538. This Pueblo Mágico lets you grasp the grandeur of its past, including its huge variety of artisanware and its traditional cuisine. First, “How do I get there?” Tzintzuntzan is about 18 kilometers (8 miles) from Pátzcuaro , going toward Quiroga on Highway 120. The trip is particularly enchanting if you make the trip in the afternoon. Here are some of the attractions...