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San Miguel de Allende
A picturesque city in central Mexico, known for its well-preserved colonial architecture, vibrant art scene, and cultural festivals.
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A one time hotbed for Mexican resistance against Spain in the independence wars of the 1800s, San Miguel de Allende is now hailed as one of Mexico’s most breathtaking stops. A new lease on life came in the 20th century when American war veterans began settling here after WWII. They quickly fell in love with the cobbled alleys, the hedge-trimmed main plaza, and the cool highland breezes that roll through the canyons. Fast forward a couple of decades and the town draws thousands each day, touting the neo-Gothic La Parroquia church and the arcaded Centro Cultural, to name just two stunning highlights.
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11 of Mexico’s Best Kept Secret Cities
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