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Culture and Traditions
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Magical Towns
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GLORIOUS MINING PAST REFLECTED IN ITS ARCHITECTURE
It is one of the most picturesque towns in the heart of the country.
The old mining town, founded in 1555 by Juan de Tolosa upon the discovery of a rich silver deposit, offers an attractive blend of history, culture, and gastronomy.
The town boasts a colonial appearance, surrounded by 10 hills, each crowned with a cross. You can enjoy its beautiful Historic Center with intricate streets paved with blue marble, lovely squares, gardens, and elegant buildings made of orange quarry stone that transport you back in time to its mining origins.
Its rich veins yielded gold, silver, lead, tin, and mercury, and this wealth is reflected in some of its buildings and temples that adorn Sombrerete.
You can explore this town on a bicycle, ATV, cart, or by walking. It is a World Heritage site as part of the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro.
The main festival in Sombrerete takes place in February in the neighborhood of La Candelaria, where the temple of the same name is located.
The town has a cool and dry climate. During the summer months, temperatures fluctuate between 20 and 23°C as highs, and during the winter months, the lows can reach almost 0°C.
It is located 166 km (2 hours) northwest of the city of Zacatecas, 107 km (an hour and fifteen minutes) from Fresnillo, and 125 km (an hour and a half) from Durango.
Sombrerete
What to See in Sombrerete
Tourist Attractions in Sombrerete
Jardín Principal (Main Plaza)
It is a pleasant recreational area and has a beautiful kiosk with carved columns. Across from it are the extended portals of Calle Real, known for being among the longest in the country.
Convento de San Francisco de Asís
The convent is located in front of San Francisco Square, this building dates back to 1730 and features a beautiful Baroque facade. It houses a magnificent wooden altarpiece covered in gold leaf.
Convento de San Mateo
This construction is also found in San Francisco Square and is distinguished by its peach and apple trees at the entrance.
Templo de la Soledad
Facing another beautiful square, La Soledad, this building dates back to the 18th century and was built with the region's orange and pink quarry stone. Its Mudejar-style tower and Churrigueresque facade are notable.
Convento de Nuestra Señora de la Soledad
This building is also part of the square of the same name, where you can buy delicious "rompope" or quince wine prepared by the nuns of the convent.
Both the Temple and the Convent of La Soledad have especially mysterious catacombs.
Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán
The temple boasts magnificent Baroque architecture. Inside, it houses splendid sacred art, as well as the remains of the count who financed its construction.
Ex Convento de Santa Rosa María de Sombrerete
It is a 17th-century building with an impressive Churrigueresque facade, currently functioning as a school.
Capilla de la Santa Veracruz
Built in the 16th century, it has a beautiful fully-gilded Baroque altarpiece and the peculiarity of not having benches; the floor is empty, and you can only see more than a hundred crypts of ancient inhabitants.
Capilla de la Candelaria
One of the oldest temples in Sombrerete, it is a small building with a stone altar.
Templo de San Juan Bautista
Dating back to the 17th century, this temple features a beautiful Baroque facade adorned with sculptures and gargoyles. Inside, there are paintings of great beauty.
Villa de Llerena Museum
Housed in an 18th-century building, it exhibits pieces, documents, and photographs that narrate the history of Sombrerete, including the machinery of the first clock in the town's parish.
Altavista Chalchihuites Archaeological Zone
This is an ancient ceremonial center of the Chalchihuites culture with a site museum that showcases the daily life of this community. It is located just an hour from Sombrerete.
What to Do in Sombrerete
Select your Adventure in Zacatecas
UNMISSABLE EXPERIENCES IN SOMBRERETE
Explore a Sierra full of strange geological formations
One of the attractions you can't miss is the Sierra de Órganos, located just 30 km from the Magical Town. This unique place is composed of thousands of stone columns that resemble the pipes of an organ. The sierra, besides being the backdrop for several movies, is an ideal place to enjoy nature.
In the sierra, you can practice various sports such as camping, mountain biking, and hiking.
Discover a ghost town
Another place you can visit is La Noria de San Pantaleón, located 20 minutes from Sombrerete. This is a place for an interesting adventure since it is almost like a "ghost" town. While exploring, you'll find the Temple of San Pantaleón Mártir, adorned with frescoes from the 16th century. You will also find a mysterious Chapel of the Holy Death.
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