Lugares para visitar en Pátzcuaro y sus alrededores

If you're someone who seeks a place's soul in its handcrafted art, then Santa Clara del Cobre is your next destination. Just a short, scenic drive from Hotel Mansión Iturbe in Pátzcuaro , this Pueblo Mágico (Magic Town) is waiting to reveal the magic of an ancestral craft that defines the spirit of Michoacán . Crafted copper art from Santa Clara del Cobre, Michoacan A Legacy that Celebrates its Splendor Every August, the town hosts the annual National Copper Fair , a festival that honors the mastery of its artisans. This year, the National Copper Museum celebrates its 48th anniversary, a space that preserves and showcases the history of this art form. Exploring its halls is like leafing through a living history book, where you can see prize-winning pieces and understand the fascinating hammering process perfected by Don Vasco de Quiroga. As you wander the streets of Santa Clara del Cobre , the constant sound of hammering will guide you to the artisan workshops. Here, c...

Pátzcuaro  was an unprecedented center of knowledge in New Spain and visitors can still confirm this by visiting the Ancient College of San Nicolas Obispo , founded in 1540 and the Old Jesuit College Cultural Center in 1585. Both  areas  are located a short distance from our Hotel Mansion Iturbe and  are,  without a doubt ,  two of the must-see places in  Patzcuaro . The Ancient College of San Nicolas in Patzcuaro, Michoacan On your next tour through our Magical Town, let your imagination take you back to the XVI century, when  Patzcuaro  was a bustling educational center, imagine the cobblestone streets full of students eager to learn , w here Indians and Spaniards shared their knowledge and traditions. Let your imagination guide you and discover the cultural and intellectual richness that this magical town  holds . You will see  Patzcuaro  with a different vision. But what caused  Patzcuaro  to flourish ...

The traditional Night of the Dead  (in November) in Michoacán was recently recognized with the award given by  México Desconocido  Magazine for the Best of Mexico in the category: "Best Travel Proposal for an Authentic Experience," in what is known as the Tianguis Turístico de México 2024. Night of the Dead in Michoacan at Patzcuaro Lake Region This award confirms the significance of such a special and important ceremony as the Night of the Dead in Michoacán , especially in the Lake Pátzcuaro  Region.  It is a unique experience. A celebration full of color, tradition, and mysticism. If you have the opportunity to live this experience, it is important to point out that the Night of the Dead for the Purépecha Community is a celebration full of symbolism, an opportunity to enhance the memory of our loved ones who have passed away, strengthen community ties, and connect with our r...

  Among the main attractions of  Pátzcuaro  are its history, architecture and rich cultural heritage. A place where you can enjoy all of the above is the Antiguo Colegio Jesuita  (Old Jesuit College) , today converted into a Cultural Centre where you can experience the extensive cultural life of our Magical Town. It is located on Calle de Enseñanza, two blocks  up the hill  from our Hotel Mansión Iturbe , across the street from the museum.  We  highly recommend you to visit  this historic landmark. The Old Jesuit College in Pátzcuaro When  you come to P á tzcuaro , don't miss this place ;  take the time to visit some of the temporary exhibitions, consult  the  cultural billboard  outside the front doors.  T here are constantly  changing  cultural activities  including  seminars, conferences, cinema, theatre, dance, piano, flute  and  guitar recitals ,  and much more. ...