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Morelia, Mexico
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Overview
Come to visit the only lake in the world where the local fishermen still use the famous "butterfly nets". Discover the statue of "Morelos" on top of Janitzio Island, built in 1933, which is actually higher than the Statue of Liberty in New York, USA. As you walk the cobblestoned streets, admire the white walls & tile roofs in the city of Patzcuaro that has a style as the state capital as of 1534. Try the local gastronomy at lunch break and learn about the way first Bishop Vasco de Quiroga did his best to benefit the local Indigenous with hospitals, schools, and workshops to improve life, based on the "Utopia" book by Thomas More. Forget about bus tours and taxi cab drivers! Go with an expert Tour Guide driving this tour for over 25 years.
Meeting and Pickup
The corner of Madero (Main st.) and Guillermo Prieto at Burger King.
Redemption Instructions
Look for your name on the banner in hands of the Local Tour Guide. Look for your name on the banner placed on the windshield of vehicle out of your hotel.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Spanish-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Come to take a boat ride and visit the only lake in the world where the local fishermen still use the famous "butterfly nets" Discover the statue of "Morelos" on top of Janitzio Island, built in 1933, which is actually higher than the Statue of Liberty in New York, USA.
2. Enjoy looking at the old-time architecture plus the time in shops and galleries to admire the local artwork. Hand-made masterpieces are waiting for you in the workshops, to know more about the local artisans that preserved Precolumbian techniques and tools.
3. As you walk the cobblestoned streets, admire the white walls & tile roofs in the city of Patzcuaro that was a state capital as of 1534. Try the local gastronomy at lunch break and learn about the way first Bishop Vasco de Quiroga did his best to benefit the local Indigenous with hospitals, schools, and workshops to improve life-based on the "Utopia" book by Thomas More.
4. Admire the old church built by Bishop Quiroga that used to be the local Cathedral in 1540. This is one of many buildings by Quiroga built on the ruins of the prehispanic temples, located one block away from the main square.
5. The main church in town preserves important treasures: The sculpture of the local Virgin and the memorial to the first Bishop in Michoacan Vasco de Quiroga named "Tata Vasco" by the local indigenous people.
6. The first school in town is the construction from XVI Century built on the ruins of prehispanic temples. To present-day is the local museum.
7. Walk into the oldest Spanish home around the square that works as a gallery of handicrafts from indigenous families in town.
Inclusion
Boat ride ticket to the Island is a round trip of 3 hours
Exclusion
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews
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