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Guadalajara – capital of the state of Jalisco- is Mexico’s second most important city and one of the country’s most interesting cultural destinations.

6 reasons to come to Guadalajara:

• It’s a modern city with a welcoming atmosphere. Its historical downtown district is considered a jewel of Mexican colonial architecture.
• Its weather is mild and sunny all year round
• Due to its geographic location, it is considered the commercial heart of Western Mexico. At only 45 minutes flight from Mexico city, it has also a air shuttle connection to many US cities.
• It is home to one of Mexico’s best cuisines and the birthplace of tequila and mariachi music. The city also offers a variety of museums, tourist sites and festivals.
• Guadalajara also hosts the Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL), the most outstanding meeting of the Spanish publishing world
• Only a few minutes away from Guadalajara city, you can visit Tlaquepaque, Mexico’s largest popular arts & craftsmanship center.

Links de interés:

Vive Guadalajara! (official turist information)
Web Site of the Jalisco Department of Tourism
Hoy salgo.com (everything you need to know about Guadalajara shopping, dining, entertainment, attractions and more) Spanish version only
Vivir Guadalajara Metro Blog (Spanish version only)
Vivir Guadalajara @ Flickr
Guia Roji (City Street Map)