Mexican tourist destination(Guanajuato)

                      

Guanajuato is the capital of the State of Guanajuato. It has long been a Mexican tourist destination that is just now becoming popular for American tourism. During the early-1500’s, it was a mountainous canyon or ravine that was uninhabited, though there were settlements to its south. But, in the mid-1500’s, the discovery of silver led to the masses pouring into the area. More than half of the world’s silver supply was being produced here by the 18th-century.

                        

The city of Guanajuato has been called the crown jewel of Mexico's heartland. In 1988, UNESCO declared Guanajuato "Patrimonio Cultural de la Humanidad" (Cultural Legacy of Mankind). Since it is a World Heritage Site, any new construction or remodeling in the historic center must conform to strict rules. Furthermore, builders must build gas stations and other modern buildings outside the city center, ensuring that the city keeps its historic charm. 

                         

Today's Guanajuato

The current economic downturn has not seemed to affect the draw of Guanajuato's historic charm. Tourists are coming in droves, and local Mexican friends have joked -when seeing the constant flow of foreigners- "Where is the economic crisis?" Though there are tourists coming to central Mexico to check out the capital city of Guanajuato, San Miguel de Allende, and Dolores Hidalgo, they seem to be spending less according to the local merchants. They are coming and visiting but are not leaving with an abundance of artisans' pottery and other handicrafts. Guanajuato Real Estate has a variety of property choices in a variety of terrains.