22 Photos of Guanajuato City

Guanajuato is a small mining town in Central Mexico with a rich history, one smelted in silver. now days it is known for its young bustling atmosphere and it’s colorful, picturesque cobbled streets. These small streets along with the city’s rich architecture and near perfect weather make Guanajuato City a must see.
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Guanajuato is a small mining town in Central Mexico with a rich history, one smelted in silver. This once industrial town is now a getaway for weekend and holiday travelers. During Guanajuato’s peak silver mining in the 1700’s, this area produced over one third of the world’s silver but now days it is known for its young bustling atmosphere, hosting a regional university, and it’s colorful, picturesque cobbled streets. These small streets along with the city’s rich architecture and near perfect weather make Guanajuato City a must see stop on your next Mexican adventure.

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Final Thoughts

Rich history, colorful streets and Callejoneadas performances, Guanajuato City is a perfect example of traditional Mexican culture and it is one you cannot miss.

I hope you enjoyed my Photos of Guanajuato City, for more information on exploring this area of Mexico visit my 2 Week Backpacking Guide or check out my Destination Mexico page. Mariachi music Guanajuato City Mexico

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Sheridan is a full-time adventure seeker, professional photographer, and creator of Outsidevibes. Having a serious case of wanderlust Sheridan has traveled extensively around the world. He has overcome multiple, serious injuries from traveling but he is determined to continue experiencing life to the fullest.
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