San Blas 18th Century Fortress and
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San Blas 18th century
Fortress and Church |
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18th century church and fortress overlooking San
Blas. Learn fascinating history and lore surrounding
this landmark. Fortress tours and San Blas history
tours with bilingual guides are available by appointment. |
Mexcaltitán |
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| Colorful Mexcaltitan |
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San Blas 18th century
Fortress and Church |
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| Mexcaltitán is said
to have been where the Aztecs originated. The small
is surrounded by water, and its streets flood at
extreme high tide. The town's population is 300
and there is one hotel on the island. Today the
adobe buildings are painted in bright colors. A
cultural museum displays the history of the Aztec
culture artifacts. Mexcaltitan is a 1.5-hour drive
and 10 minute boat ride to the island village. Visit
Santiago on your return trip to San Blas. |
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Santiago |
Visit
Santiago on your return trip from Mexcaltitán,
and see beautiful murals and the church
near the plaza. The Mexcaltitán/Santiago
trips are a great opportunity to take
photographs.
1/2-day trips to Santiago
may be scheduled with a bilingual guide.
Walk to the top of the hill overlooking
Santiago, spend time visiting the street
market and visit the Huichol Art Center.
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The Huichol Art Center provides
the Huichol indians a place to learn skills to create
their traditional art as well as market their work
and generate sustainable income. |
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