Lagos De Moreno: History and Architecture

When looking for a hotel in Lagos De Moreno, learning about the city’s history can help you shape your stay around your interests. Its cultural profile brings together a building more than 400 years old, churches from different periods, and local craft traditions. The city is also part of two routes, and a traditional outing by calandria is another option.

City History and Connections to Routes

In 1989, Lagos De Moreno was declared a zone of historic monuments. The city is also part of the Cristero Route and the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro; the Camino Real is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This places the city’s designation as a zone of historic monuments alongside its connections to two routes. The UNESCO recognition applies to the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro.

Buildings and Construction Periods

The Centro Cultural y Museo de la Ciudad de Lagos De Moreno is housed in the Ex Cárcel Real, the city’s oldest building. The building’s history goes back more than 400 years. Its long history of construction is matched by its role as a cultural center and museum. The building thus connects the city’s history with a distinct cultural and museum focus.

The Templo del Rosario dates from the late 18th century. Its original façade has been preserved, while the atrium and towers were added later. The temple was built from natural stone in shades of pink, yellow, and violet. Its period of construction can therefore be distinguished from the later additions and the preserved façade.

The present-day Parroquia de la Asunción is the third church at this site. The first church was built shortly after the founding of the villa, around 1563. This approximate date applies to the first church, not the present-day third one. The two churches therefore have different historical points of reference: the Templo del Rosario is notable for its construction period and architectural additions, while the Parroquia is notable for the succession of churches at the same site.

In this timeline, the dates refer to different things: the first church, around 1563; the Templo del Rosario, from the late 18th century; and the 1989 designation as a zone of historic monuments.

Crafts and an Outing in the Historic Center

Craft traditions are also part of the city’s cultural profile. Lagos De Moreno is associated with tule crafts, leatherwork, white embroidery, tinwork, and featherwork. These crafts differ in their materials and techniques, and broaden the picture beyond the city’s buildings. If you are interested in craft culture, they offer a distinct focus alongside architectural history.

A traditional outing by calandria takes you through the historic center of Lagos De Moreno. If you would like to include this ride in your stay, check its availability before traveling. The ride goes through the historic center, while the Cristero Route and the Camino Real place the city within broader route networks.

For an overview of the wider destination: Jalisco.