Lugares para visitar en Pátzcuaro y sus alrededores

Day of the Dead is a celebration of the indigenous ( Purépecha ) communities , and one for which we all have the greatest respect. Declared by UNESCO as an Intangible Heritage of Humanity (2003), this yearly event is close at hand (November 1). For Pátzcuaro and surrounding towns Day of the Dead , “Animeecheri kúinchekua” (The Fest of the Souls) in the native language, is one of the most representative traditions in Mexico. There have been renewed efforts in recent years to preserve this “world-view” tradition of the Purépecha communities. Day of the Dead in Patzcuaro Our hotel in Pátzcuaro, Mansión Iturbe invites you to become acquainted with this ceremonial ritual – a pride of Michoacán . This ritual is regulated according to the canons of the communities, all the members of which understand and respect it. There are many variations on the theme, but they all share common elements to celebrate Day of the Dead . Day of the Dead in Patzcuaro The day...

Besides being a very “typical” Mexican village, Patzcuaro is also one of the most lovely villages in the entire country.   And our hotel in Patzcuaro, Mansion Iturbe, is right in the center of it all.   From our front door, you have access to all ten of the following destinations – on foot – in just a matter of minutes. Vasco de Quiroga Square in Patzcuaro La Plaza Vasco de Quiroga (“La Plaza Grande”) Considered one of the most beautiful plazas – or “squares” – in the country, it measures about 600 by 450 feet .   The central square of Pátzcuar o is unique in an unusual aspect:   There are no churches on its perimeter!   The famous Basilica and other temples are not even visible from the Plaza. Instead, La Plaza Vasco de Quiroga is surrounded by “civilian” – or once residential – structures of Boroque and Neoclassical architecture which, along with the gigantic trees surrounding the Plaza, come together to create the maj...

      On April 26th, 2012 in New York City the Mexican cuisine was once again honored in a big way – this time by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences. The Secretary of Mexican Tourism Gloria Guevara was there to receive the prestigious award.      The iconic Plaza Hotel was the venue for the event.   Attendees enjoyed the finest Mexican cooking with a five-course meal.   The Mexican “Chef Decana” Alicia Gironella designed the menu, which was prepared by renowned Mexican chefs, such as Enrique Olvera, Margarita Carrillo, Ana María González, Daniel Ovadia, Sergio Remolina, and Gerardo Vázquez.      Mexican cuisine, already recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as an Intangible cultural heritage (ICH), is rich – figuratively and literally – for its diversity and cultural heritage, and by the ingredients that set it apart.   Significantly, the...

Deep in the Purépecha homeland of Charapan, we find the small community of Ocumicho, known for its fantastic and fanciful variations on the theme of the devil. These colorful clay figures are hand-made, and are pure mischief and imagination.   When you see one of these figures, you know beyond a shadow of doubt, “Ah! That’s from Ocumicho! No one else does it like this!” Over the years, the little demons of Ocumicho have evolved into a wildly popular piece of artisanware. They have become a particularly sought-after treasure at the famous Artisan Flea Market, held during the celebration of Night of the Dead in Pátzcuaro, and in the Palm Sunday and Holy Week events in Uruapan and Pátzcuaro. The Night of the Dead Artisan Flea Market in Pátzcuaro (around the last week of October and the first week of November) is held in the Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, right across the street from Hotel Mansión Iturbe. It is here and at this time that the “best of the best” exam...

With the remodel and reopening of The Emperador Caltzontzin Theater , Pátzcuaro touts a multifunctional venue for all sorts of cultural events.   This is a major contributing factor toward making this Pueblo Mágico – considered by many to be one of the loveliest in the country – a destination with the infrastructure to support Cultural Tourism. The Emperador Caltzontzin Theater in Patzcuaro            The legacy of Don Vasco de Quiroga has advanced the tourism industry in Pátzcuaro and the lake area to an international level, especially with the new attraction, Ruta Don Vasco .   We believe Don Vasco would be proud of that legacy.   Through and because of him, the villages on the banks of Lake Pátzcuaro have prospered and have every reason to be very proud of their accomplishments and artisanships.   The Emperador Caltzontzin Theater in Patzcuaro Needless to say, when we talk about tourism these...