San Miguel de Allende is undoubtedly one of Mexico’s most beautiful colonial towns, and has been named a national monument. Its rich history dates back over four-hundred and fifty years.
San Miguel is a town which has art running deep within its veins, and plays host to an incredible variety of celebrations, festivals, and events, as well as world class concerts and theatre productions.
For those who enjoy fine dining, dancing, and shopping, San Miguel will surely be keeping you very busy with its colorful assortment of restaurants, night-life, boutiques, art galleries, pastry shops, and markets.
Let yourself go through space and time in this mexican town known for its magic and deep cultural history.
Transform yourself in an artisan and join the crowd in the crafting of an “artesanía de viaje”, a travel handicraft tour that many dare to take while in this gorgeous destination.
The local bohemain environment has attracted foreign art students, especially former U.S. soldiers studying on the G.I. Bill after the Second World War.
Since then, the town features a significant amount of foreign retirees, artists, writers and tourists, which is shifting the area’s economy from agriculture and industry to commerce catering to outside visitors and residents.
San Miguel boasts a great number of festivals that are purely Mexican, combining social activity with religious expression. Throughout the year there are pilgrimages, all-night vigils, ringing church bells, processions and fireworks. The largest celebration of the year is that of the town’s patron saint, the Archangel Michael.
So if you’re ready for great family fun, a fresh idea for corporate incentive travel, awesome adventures, or a special romantic getaway don’t waste more time and head to San Miguel!