Walnut, ash and willow trees frame the history of this imposing place.
Built at the middle of this Bajío land, the pre-Hispanic and colonial voices give away a town that based its culture and society on this site that waits with temperance the rhythm of the rain and the sun.
Today, after going through the era of boosted commercial and livestock development, the town has become one of the most pleasurable destinations you could ever visit.
A Magic Town from Guanajuato, Jalpa de Cánovas belongs to the towns of “rincón mágico” (magic corner), and it makes of its haciendas, dams and provinces places where the gentleness of the heart harmonizes itself with the rythm of the wind.
The Jalpa hacienda is a destination that, with its hull, temple and windmill, stands out and makes of this town a visit to the past that transforms us into witnesses of the great cultivation of wheat and flour production with the help of the development of dams, aqueducts and embankments.
The Señor de la Misericordia Temple can be traced back to 1930 and its style resembles a German neo-Gothic flair, contrasting greatly with the architecture of its time.
Besides, its elegant structure demonstrates the good taste imposed on this construction; from its surroundings, one can watch the high roofs and its elevated tower that, among palm trees and cypresses, is waiting to be admired up close.
During October, the patron saint is celebrated, which means that visiting the town during these dates will give your trip a special touch.
The central garden will enamor you with its laurels creating shadows to the rhythm of the sun: on spring, the sparrows, “tzenzontles” and doves will lull your days.
During October, the sceneries will transform into golden leaves with the rain, and during December, the Purísima Concepción de María Festival is celebrated, illuminated by Christmas decorations and artisanal street lamps that will give your visit a fiery spark.
The “enchiladas de cecina” are a native traditional dish, but tamales and fritters are also part of the menu.
Typical candies are derived from quince pulp, which can be used to make delicious specialties like “ate”, “jamoncillos” and even liquor.
La Nogalera is an ideal place to buy all sorts of nuts, usually recollected during the months of September and October.
Said nuts embellish different dishes that are made for patriotic parties, so if you visit us during these dates, you will enjoy Mexican folklore.

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visit the “Casa Grande de Cañada de Negros” hacienda, a famous place that used to hire mulattos and Africans.
This place stands out for its neo-Classical styled temple, but beyond its finished touches, invaluable 18th Century paintings are guarded within it.
To get to this place, you must cross the dams where we invite you to discover: Santa Ifigenia, Recibidora and Santa Eduviges, the later still running.
A dish that you most definitely have to try is the extremely famous “Birria”, a delicacy that must be accompanied with warm chicken broth.
If you visit us during Holy Week, prepare to witness one of the most curous representations regarding Catholic traditions.
In these representations, Jew characters use wooded masks that are handmade with bark from the “Colorín” tree, making this a very personal tradition.

Things to see and do
parks, temples, parties, cycling, hiking, gastronomy.
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