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Post European Migration

History

Jalisco Map

Cristero War

"Today, Jalisco is a land of peace. But from the early Sixteenth Century until the Cristero Rebellion of the 1920s, Jalisco's beautiful landscape was ravaged by warfare time and again. Altos and the "Three-Fingers" border region of northern Jalisco, long regarded as a vanguard of Catholicism in Mexico, would become battlefields in this next war, which started in 1926. When one learns of the trials and tribulations endured by the people of Jalisco, he or she can begin to appreciate and understand the pride that Jaliscienses feel for their native soil."

For Greater Glory

Staring Andy Garcia and Eva Longoria, this movie shows the struggles of the Cristero War.

See the beauty for yourself

Gallery

The video clips are taken from a gorgeous video made about San Miguel el Alto. To see the full video click here or click on the video clips.

agave — Agave Fields

Jalisco is known for its tequila.

Legendary Musicians and Horses

Vicente is our equivalent to Tony Bennet.

Rich with Traditions

Folk Dance

Amazing Architecture

Traditional and modern architecture in every village, town, and city.

Historical Locations

Gorgeous preserved historical sites that attract many tourist from around the world.

Amazing Sculptures

Statue of the patron of San Miguel el Alto

Ranch — Beautiful Scenery

Vegetation in every direction

European Influence

Spaniards and French dominated the region

What You Want To Know

Traditions

The major tradition that all cities and towns have in common is the "fiestas patronales" or "patronage festivals" which originated in Spain. These are important to not only residents, but also to those who live in the U.S. and have roots in Mexican towns and cities. During these fiestas they party day and night typically for nine days, but bigger cities are a month straight. The partying leads up to the main day of the festival. Since European's left a heavy Catholic influence, each municipality is dedicated to a Saint. The Saint's birthday marks the main day of the festival. For example San Francisco's celebration would start September 25th and end on October 4th since Saint Francis's birthday is on October 4th.

Festivals a Year

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Martha Leticia Gomez

History

Cristero War

For Greater Glory

Gallery

Agave Fields

Legendary Musicians and Horses

Rich with Traditions

Amazing Architecture

Historical Locations

Delicious Cantaritos

Amazing Sculptures

Beautiful Scenery

European Influence

Traditions

Festivals a Year

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