Tlaquepaque, Mexico's Arts and Crafts Hidden Treasure

[Arturo Magana]

Tlaquepaque is an old oasis within Guadalajara's modern big city sprawl. A small village that has been able to hold on to olden times and lifestyle. It is Mexico's premiere Arts and Crafts capital and your visit will certainly bring you to discover breathtaking works in ceramics, iron, blown glass, leather, wood and many other materials. Many of these creations are authored by local artisans and artists that live in this enclave and show and sell their works to you directly, many times from their own living room! 

 

Stroll cobblestone streets and enjoy the soothing music of a corner troubadour, or pick up the pace with a selection of Mariachi favorites. Enjoy a culture that is not afraid to overuse colors and explodes them everywhere! Relax as you sip an old fashioned Margarita while sitting in a comfy "equipal", under the shade of a huge tree while a trio serenades you with old Mexican love songs. All of this just a hop away from Guadalajara's big city offerings in cultural, historical and commercial points of interest. Discover the Soul of Mexico in Tlaquepaque!

 

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