Lugares para visitar en Pátzcuaro y sus alrededores

The  Night of the Dead “Animecha Kejtsïtakua”, in Michoacán , is among the most emblematic and representative Mexican festivities. The “Night of the Souls” is a ritual of the native peoples with a great cultural value that has been preserved over the years and is unique in the world and has been declared by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Day of the Dead celebrations in Pátzcuaro Lake Region Located in the heart of  Pátzcuaro , Hotel  Mansión Iturbe is the perfect place to start your exploration of the traditions of Night of the Dead . So what is so special about Day of the Dead in   Pátzcuaro ? Year after year the indigenous (Purepecha) community takes it time to carry out this important ritual of the “ Night of the Souls,”  during which the dead return and live with their loved ones, however briefly, on this emotional and significant date. Candles and the ubiquitous “cempa...

  If you are interested in Mexican folk art , Michoacán stands out for its diversity and variety of techniques. It is a sampling of the creativity of Michoacán's artists . Night of the Dead Artisan Market in Patzcuaro The principal, not-to-miss event in Mexico for folk art lovers is the Night of the Dead Artisan Tianguis  (market)  in P á tzcuaro .  It is held  in the Plaza Vasco de Quiroga , right in front of our Hotel Mansión Iturbe . Day of the Dead in Patzcuaro, Michoacan Artisans from different regions of Michoacán attend this great event. For those of us who have the opportunity to be attend it every year, it is a pleasure to greet the now-familiar craftspeople from all over the State of Michoacán . Mexican Handicrafts at the Day of the Dead Artisan Market in Patzcuaro Clay handicrafts made with different techniques such as burnished clay, glazed, polychrome, etc., are made with great  finesse.  You will find a great diversity from the f...

Cotija is Michoacán’s new Pueblo Mágico - one more reason for you to visit our state on your next vacation. Cotija is famous for its cheese has won many international awards.  But Cotija , located in western  Michoacán ,  has much more to offer than its namesake cheese. SO!  If you have the urge to visit Cotija on your next vacation, here is some important and relevant information: Just how to get there is obviously the first question we get at  Hotel Mansión Iturbe  about Cotija . From  Pátzcuaro , you could turn it into a day trip, and get to know the State of  Michoacán  a little better in addition to investigating our new Pueblo Mágico . Cotija is 170 kilometers (105 miles) from  Pátzcuaro , very close to the border of the State of Jalisco.  Check your favorite phone app to see which route best suits your needs. Cotija, Michoacán. Foto property of SECTUR Michoacán Cotija, from the indigenous Chichimeca word “cut...

As a result of the pandemic, we have been forced to change our way of thinking about pleasure trips.  But we have also seen how amazing it can be, even in this new form of tourism. We are living in a time where we want to get away from it all and take in some fresh air – while keeping a safe distance from everyone!  We must do everything we can to minimize the risks of catching (and/or sharing!) Covid. Small Colonial Town in Mexico like Patzcuaro, a place you can enjoy With this in mind, our thoughts easily turn to nature, which we can appreciate more than ever.  At Hotel Mansión Iturbe in Pátzcuaro , we have actually seen a greater concern in our guests over the environment. So this is an excellent opportunity for you to rediscover Pátzcuaro and the Lake Region from a different viewpoint, living your experience through all your senses. Basilic of Our Lady of Health in Pátzcuaro Take a second look at the various monuments in Pátzcuaro – of which there are many!...