IN THE MIDDLE OF A SEMI-DESERT LANDSCAPE ARISES THIS MINING TOWN

Nuestra Señora de Belén Parish

One of the must-visit places is Nuestra Señora de Belén Parish, built in 1705 and located in front of Juarez Square. Inside, the articulated Christ brought from Spain over 400 years ago is a standout feature. It is made with human body parts, and it is said to follow visitors with its gaze.

The parish has an interesting Pinacoteca where you can admire a vast collection of altarpieces from the 17th and 18th centuries, paintings, and some of the vestments used by priests in that era. Additionally, there is an underground passage dating back to the 18th century, which was discovered in 2001 during church repairs. There are several altars along the narrow passage.

The Temple and Ex Convent of El Señor del Tepozán

Built in the late 18th century, it houses a valuable collection of altarpieces by the artist Miguel Cabrera from the 17th and 18th centuries. The altar and sanctuary date back to 1627 and were built by Franco de la Rivera, on the site where the Miraculous Christ of El Señor del Tepozán was found. The rooms of the convent serve as museum spaces, showcasing the way of life of the Franciscan monks and other aspects of daily life during the colonial era.

The Underground Aqueduct

It is a prodigious hydraulic engineering work from the 18th century, created for the defense of its inhabitants during the Cristero War.

The Sanctuary of Guadalupe

Built in 1765, it houses the paintings of master Teodoro Ramírez.

The Guadalupe Cemetery

This place dates back to the 18th century and features murals depicting the allegory of death. It is one of the oldest cemeteries in the region, and several mummies have been found there.

Miner's House

If you want to delve into the town's mining past, you can visit the Miner's House, a former company store made of quarry stone, as well as the Tiro del Coyote, the entrance to a colonial-era mine.

The Living Cacti Museum

It covers an area of over 25 hectares, and you can still see sections of the stone-paved Camino Real. It boasts a diverse collection of over 1,500 plants from 45 species.

Other Attractions

The Church of San José, Juarez Square, the Porfiriato clock at the Municipal Presidency, the Larrañaga House dating back to the 17th century, and the Sextine Chapel are other places worth visiting.

A pleasant way to explore the town's tourist attractions is on the charming train called "El Piojito" (The Little Louse).