Visit Guadalajara Mexico and Study abroad at Linguas Spanish Immersion language school


Pagina nueva 1 Français	Guadalajara Guadalajara is an incredibly diverse and stately city with amazing qualities, both modern and historic, that embrace all who visit. Guadalajara offers a wonderful surprise to visitors with an abundance of activities to do. Its tree lined streets, fountains, monuments, parks and historic architecture are beautifully preserved. Although Guadalajara has grown to become Mexico's second largest city, it has maintained its Mexican heritage which is evident throughout the city and is found in the art, music, food and architecture. The Guadalajara area is known as the birthplace of the world famous Mariachi bands and also as the home of the Mexican hat dance. Nearby is the town of Tequila, everyone knows or should be able to guess, what this town is famous for. The area around Guadalajara is mainly known for the Mexican craftsmen that turn out countless handmade items that are treasured the world over. On February 14th 1542, the first city council of Guadalajara was established and the city became the capital of the "Kingdom of Nueva Galicia". The name Guadalajara comes from the Arab word "Wad-al-hidjara", which means "River that runs between rocks". Guadalajara is now the capital of the State of Jalisco, Mexico. Guadalajara is divided into two municipalities, Guadalajara and Zapopan. Much of the west side of "Guadalajara" is actually the municipality of Zapopan, the wealthiest municipality in the state of Jalisco. Zapopan maintains its own historic district dominated by the Basílica of Zapopan and central plaza. Zapopan is one of the most famous pilgrimage centers of México. At the beginning of every rainy season the town takes an image of the Virgin of Zapopan, Jalisco's patron saint, to Guadalajara on a tour of all 130 parishes in the metropolitan area. This is believed to protect the city against heavy rains and floods. Then, on October 12th, they take the image back home again. On her return a large crowd (up to 1,000,0000 people) gather to welcome her back to the church with a large festival. Basilica of Zapopan and Plaza Guadalajara is a great vacation destination for visitors seeking a taste of authentic Mexican culture combined with numerous activities and the modern comforts only a big city can provide. In addition, Guadalajara is centrally located for many day and weekend excursions. Historic cities, areas and beaches such as Guanajuato, Tequila, Ajijic, Lake Chapala, Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo are all easily and quickly accessible.
	Copyright, Linguas, S.C. 2006. All rights reserved.

Languages of the World, Spanish French English Italian German Portuguese

Pagina nueva 1 Français

Guadalajara

Guadalajara is an incredibly diverse and stately city with amazing qualities, both modern and historic, that embrace all who visit. Guadalajara offers a wonderful surprise to visitors with an abundance of activities to do. Its tree lined streets, fountains, monuments, parks and historic architecture are beautifully preserved. Although Guadalajara has grown to become Mexico's second largest city, it has maintained its Mexican heritage which is evident throughout the city and is found in the art, music, food and architecture. The Guadalajara area is known as the birthplace of the world famous Mariachi bands and also as the home of the Mexican hat dance. Nearby is the town of Tequila, everyone knows or should be able to guess, what this town is famous for. The area around Guadalajara is mainly known for the Mexican craftsmen that turn out countless handmade items that are treasured the world over.

On February 14th 1542, the first city council of Guadalajara was established and the city became the capital of the "Kingdom of Nueva Galicia". The name Guadalajara comes from the Arab word "Wad-al-hidjara", which means "River that runs between rocks". Guadalajara is now the capital of the State of Jalisco, Mexico.

Guadalajara is divided into two municipalities, Guadalajara and Zapopan. Much of the west side of "Guadalajara" is actually the municipality of Zapopan, the wealthiest municipality in the state of Jalisco. Zapopan maintains its own historic district dominated by the Basílica of Zapopan and central plaza. Zapopan is one of the most famous pilgrimage centers of México. At the beginning of every rainy season the town takes an image of the Virgin of Zapopan, Jalisco's patron saint, to Guadalajara on a tour of all 130 parishes in the metropolitan area. This is believed to protect the city against heavy rains and floods. Then, on October 12th, they take the image back home again. On her return a large crowd (up to 1,000,0000 people) gather to welcome her back to the church with a large festival.

Basilica of Zapopan and Plaza

Guadalajara is a great vacation destination for visitors seeking a taste of authentic Mexican culture combined with numerous activities and the modern comforts only a big city can provide. In addition, Guadalajara is centrally located for many day and weekend excursions. Historic cities, areas and beaches such as Guanajuato, Tequila, Ajijic, Lake Chapala, Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo are all easily and quickly accessible.