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Dec 8, 2009 · At 2,469 meters (8,100 feet) above sea level, Zacatecas is Mexico’s second-highest city. Zacatecas was founded in 1546 after the discovery of one of the world’s richest silver veins.
Founded in 1546 after the discovery of a rich silver lode, Zacatecas reached the height of its prosperity in the 16th and 17th centuries. Built on the steep slopes of a narrow valley, the town has breathtaking views and there are many old buildings, both religious and civil.
Zacatecas. The most northern of Mexico's silver cities, fascinating Zacatecas – a Unesco World Heritage site – runs along a narrow valley overlooked by a steep and imposing hillside. The large historic center is jam-packed with opulent colonial buildings, a stupendous cathedral, magnificent museums and steep, winding streets and alleys that ...
Zacatecas, the capital of the state of the same name, is a city of 138,000 people (2020) in the Bajío region of Mexico. The town offers a rich travel experience with its historical downtown centro full of colonial architecture, 17th century churches, innovative restaurants and lively night clubs. Zacatecas is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Zacatecas, estado (state), north-central Mexico. It is bordered by the states of Coahuila to the north, San Luis Potosí to the east, Jalisco and Aguascalientes to the south, and Nayarit and Durango to the west. Its capital is the city of Zacatecas. The state’s territory lies largely within the arid.
Apr 1, 2024 · Zacatecas City is located in the central region of Mexico. It is approximately 630 km northwest of Mexico City. There are several ways to get to Zacatecas, depending on your starting point. Some options include: By plane: The airport is located about 20 minutes from the city center.
Mar 3, 2022 · Zacatecas is a city in the central region of Mexico known as the Bajío and is the capital of the eponymous state of Zacatecas. Zacatecas lies around 600 km northwest of Mexico City, 300 km northeast of Guadalajara, and 560 km southwest of Monterrey.
