4 Reasons Why You Should Visit Guadalajara, Mexico
Sunshine, tequila, sombreros, and affordability…these are just a few reasons why a visit to Guadalajara, Mexico is a must! Guadalajara is the second-largest city in Mexico, positioned in the heart of Jalisco state, known for its juxtaposition of antiquity and modernity. The city is rumored to be Mexico’s “Silicon Valley,” while simultaneously boasting some of the oldest traditions, like folkloric dance charrería, and dazzling colonial architecture. The birthplace of tequila and mariachi, Guadalajara is much more affordable than its urban counterpart, Mexico City. Not convinced yet? Check out my top 4 undeniable reasons why you should visit Guadalajara, Mexico:
Drink in the blue agave fields in Tequila. Guadalajara is centrally located making day trips to neighboring towns and municipalities super easy. Guadalajara is just a few hours from Tequila (yes, that’s the actual name), a municipality in Jalisco, Mexico, near Guadalajara. You can experience the blue agave-filled fields and learn all about the tequila production process. And of course, sip on some of the finest tequila in...Tequila!
A visit to Guadalajara won’t break the bank. Even though Guadalajara is the second-largest city in Mexico, everything is much more affordable than Mexico City. Your afternoon margarita drinks are less than $5 every day of the week. No happy hour required!
Guadalajara is just about as authentically Mexican as you can get. The city gives you a taste of everything you associate with Mexico, including mariachi bands, sombreros, and tequila. And even though it’s Mexico’s second-largest city, it still exudes small-town vibes. Plus, the whole town is very walkable making it easy to explore on foot.
It's mostly warm all year round here. So warm, in fact, that some people call it “eternal spring.” That’s right, no matter what time of year you visit, you’re bound to soak up the sunshine. Although a visit to this city is encouraged at any time of the year, the best months to visit are in the fall when many celebrations occur. September marks Mexican Independence and the International Mariachi Festival. The whole month of October is celebrated in a city-wide festival of arts, food, and culture called the Ferias de Octubre. And November marks the Feria Internacional del Libro, which is the world's second-biggest book fair.
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