San Miguel de Allende
Mexico
About San Miguel de Allende
A vibrant colonial town famous for its art scene, colorful architecture, and thriving expat community.
Best Time to Visit
November-April (dry season)
Language
Spanish (English common in expat areas)
Population
170,000
Things to Do
- •Visit art galleries and workshops
- •Take Spanish classes
- •Explore Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel
- •Visit the hot springs in Escondido
- •Shop at local markets
- •Hike in the surrounding hills
Fun Facts
- •Home to the largest concentration of foreign artists outside of Paris
- •UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008
- •The town was founded in 1542 by Franciscan friars
- •San Miguel is known as the "Rome of Mexico" for its many churches
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