Iglesia de San Rafael was founded in 1742.
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Parque El Chorro
El Chorro was the spring where San Miguel was founded. Today it gushes out of a fountain built in 1960, and there are public washing Read more [...]
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Templo de la Tercera Orden
Built in the early 18th century, this chapel, like the Templo de San Francisco, was part of a Franciscan monastery complex. The main facade shows Read more [...]
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Casa del Mayorazgo de Canal
This historic house, one of San Miguel’s most imposing old residences, now houses Banamex offices. It’s a handsome neoclassical structure with some late-baroque touches. The Read more [...]
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Colegio de Sales
Once a college, founded in the mid-18th century by the San Felipe Neri order, the Colegio de Sales has regained its educational status; it currently Read more [...]
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El Mirador
One of the best views over the town and surrounding country is from the mirador (overlook) southeast of town. Take Callejón del Chorro, the track Read more [...]
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Oratorio de San Felipe Neri
Located near the east end of Insurgentes, this multi-towered and domed church dates from the 18th century. The pale-pink main facade is baroque with an Read more [...]
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Cañada de la Virgen
Cañada de la Virgen, archaeological site 30 minutes from San Miguel Cañada de la Virgen is an Otomi archaeological site that has been recently excavated. Read more [...]
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Museo Historico de San Miguel de Allende (Casa de Ignacio Allende)
Steps south of El Jardin, you’ll find the birthplace of Ignacio José de Allende y Unzaga, a Spanish army officer who fought as a leader for Read more [...]
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Escondido Place
When the buzz of the city’s nearly countless cafes and shops leaves you in need of some quiet time, travel 7 miles northwest from San Read more [...]