Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
World Heritage
Patrimonio mundial
Cultural
Cultural route
Used between the 16th and 19th centuries, this road was used to transport silver extracted from the mines of Zacatecas, Guanajuato and San Luis Potosí, as well as mercury imported from Europe. Although its origin and use are linked to mining, the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro also fostered the establishment of social, cultural and religious links between Hispanic and Amerindian cultures.
The Camino Real de Tierra Adentro constitutes a part of the Spanish Intercontinental Royal Route from Mexico City to Santa Fe. The property, consists of five existing urban World Heritage sites and 55 other sites related to the use of the road, such as bridges, former haciendas, historic centres/towns, a cemetery, former convents, a mountain range, stretches of road, a mine, chapels/temples and caves within a 1,400 km stretch of the road between Mexico City and the Town of Valle de Allende.
The Camino was an extraordinary phenomenon as a communication channel. Silver was the driving force that generated the wealth and commitment of the Spanish Government and the will of colonists to ‘open up’ the northern territory for mining, to establish the necessary towns for workers and to build the forts, haciendas, and churches.
The outcome of this highly profitable process was the development of mines, and the construction of the road and bridges, the establishment of multi-ethnic towns, with elaborate buildings that reflect a fusion of Spanish and local decoration, an agricultural revolution in the countryside centered on large hacienda estates with churches, and the movement of peoples up and down the road, facilitated to a great degree initially by settlements of muleteers, all of which led to the development of a distinctive culture along the route.
Ultimately the wealth of silver led to massive economic development in Spain and other parts of Europe and a period of great economic inflation. The impact of the road was enormous in terms of social tensions as well as ultimately social integration between the many people that came to be involved in the economic development. The structures in the property together reflect some aspects of this interchange of ideas and people along the southern stretch of the road.
Declaratoria UNESCO
Patrimonio Cultural
Categoría Cultural route
Fecha 01-08-2010
Criterios de valor Universal Excepcional
Este lugar cumple con los siguientes criterios de valor Universal Excepcional
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To exhibit an important interchange of human values, over a span of time or within a cultural area of the world, on developments in architecture or technology, monumental arts, town-planning or landscape design.
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To be an outstanding example of a type of building, architectural or technological ensemble or landscape which illustrates (a) significant stage(s) in human history.
Pueblo de Aculco
The origins of the town of Aculco date back to the year 1100 and it was founded by Otomi people, although its name comes from Nahuatl and means 'At the place where the water turns' or 'in the twisted water,' referring to the place where the water makes a curve.
Pueblo de Aculco
The origins of the town of Aculco date back to the year 1100 and it was founded by Otomi people, although its name comes from Nahuatl and means 'At the place where the water turns' or 'in the twisted water,' referring to the place where the water makes a curve.
Pueblo de Indé
During the colonization process in northern New Spain, the mining district of San Juan Bautista de Indehe—later known as Indé in the 19th century—gained special significance as one of the first mining districts in Nueva Vizcaya.
Pueblo de Indé
During the colonization process in northern New Spain, the mining district of San Juan Bautista de Indehe—later known as Indé in the 19th century—gained special significance as one of the first mining districts in Nueva Vizcaya.
Pueblo de Pinos
Entre los siglos XVI y XVII, el Real de Minas de Nuestra Señora de la Concepción de Pinos fue una escala obligada para todos aquellos que transitaban desde las minas de Zacatecas hasta el Consulado de la Nueva España en la actual ciudad de México, así como para todos aquellos que viajaban a
Pueblo de Pinos
Entre los siglos XVI y XVII, el Real de Minas de Nuestra Señora de la Concepción de Pinos fue una escala obligada para todos aquellos que transitaban desde las minas de Zacatecas hasta el Consulado de la Nueva España en la actual ciudad de México, así como para todos aquellos que viajaban a los poblados de San Felipe y San Miguel El Grande.
Pueblo de San Pedro del Gallo
San Pedro del Gallo, also known as Ojo del Gallo, is currently located in the municipality of the same name, in the stretch that connected the Nazas River and the Zarca plateau.
Pueblo de San Pedro del Gallo
San Pedro del Gallo, also known as Ojo del Gallo, is currently located in the municipality of the same name, in the stretch that connected the Nazas River and the Zarca plateau. This route was formerly known as the Carretas Path and is situated in a semi-desert region of the Bolsón de Mapimí. In this area, there is a water spring, which made the region a resting place for travelers on the Royal Inland Road where they could graze their horses.
Puente de Atongo
During the 18th century, there was a significant surge in the construction of bridges. These structures aimed to overcome the topographical obstacles and rivers located at key points along the Royal Inland Road.
Puente de Atongo
During the 18th century, there was a significant surge in the construction of bridges. These structures aimed to overcome the topographical obstacles and rivers located at key points along the Royal Inland Road.
Puente de El Fraile
The evangelization of the Bajío undertaken by the Franciscans began in Jilotepec, with the support of the Otomi people. They founded numerous indigenous towns, which later became Spanish settlements.
Puente de El Fraile
The evangelization of the Bajío undertaken by the Franciscans began in Jilotepec, with the support of the Otomi people. They founded numerous indigenous towns, which later became Spanish settlements. These places are now part of the Royal Inland Road as it passes through the present-day state of Guanajuato.
Puente de Ojuelos
During the 16th century, the intense traffic of mule trains, wagon caravans, and indigenous carriers traveling daily along the Royal Inland Road between the presidios of El Portezuelo and Ojuelos made it necessary to implement permanent infrastructure that would allow for vehicle passage th
Puente de Ojuelos
During the 16th century, the intense traffic of mule trains, wagon caravans, and indigenous carriers traveling daily along the Royal Inland Road between the presidios of El Portezuelo and Ojuelos made it necessary to implement permanent infrastructure that would allow for vehicle passage throughout the year.
Puente de San Rafael
The San Miguel River, or La Laja, flowed nearly five kilometers from the Villa de San Miguel el Grande, now San Miguel de Allende.
Puente de San Rafael
The San Miguel River, or La Laja, flowed nearly five kilometers from the Villa de San Miguel el Grande, now San Miguel de Allende. During the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries, crossing this tumultuous river had to be done using canoes or through the various bridges constructed in the jurisdiction during that time.
Puente La Quemada en San Felipe
The La Quemada Bridge is located on the grounds of the former Hacienda San José de la Quemada, in the municipality of San Felipe, Guanajuato, on the way to Dolores Hidalgo. Both the origins of the hacienda and the bridge date back to the second half of the 16th century.
Puente La Quemada en San Felipe
The La Quemada Bridge is located on the grounds of the former Hacienda San José de la Quemada, in the municipality of San Felipe, Guanajuato, on the way to Dolores Hidalgo. Both the origins of the hacienda and the bridge date back to the second half of the 16th century.
Santuario de Plateros
The silver mines of San Demetrio were discovered in 1566, located 5 kilometers from the Real de Fresnillo. This discovery led to the surrounding area being populated with agricultural and livestock ranches, which later evolved into prosperous haciendas.
Santuario de Plateros
The silver mines of San Demetrio were discovered in 1566, located 5 kilometers from the Real de Fresnillo. This discovery led to the surrounding area being populated with agricultural and livestock ranches, which later evolved into prosperous haciendas. By 1621, the site was officially named Real de San Demetrio de los Plateros.
Sierra de Órganos
During the colonial era, the Sierra de Órganos mountain range in Zacatecas marked the border between the kingdoms of Nueva Galicia and Nueva Vizcaya.
Sierra de Órganos
During the colonial era, the Sierra de Órganos mountain range in Zacatecas marked the border between the kingdoms of Nueva Galicia and Nueva Vizcaya. From the 16th century onwards, it served as an important landmark for travelers on the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro between Real de Minas de Sombrerete in Zacatecas and Hacienda de San Antonio de Muleros in the state of Durango.
Templo de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles del pueblo de Noria de Ángeles
According to a report by royal officials from Zacatecas in 1731, the town of Noria de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles was a processing hacienda owned by Bachelor Rodrigo de Guzmán y Ramírez de Prado. Due to the presence of a nearby spring, it enjoyed a degree of prosperity.
Templo de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles del pueblo de Noria de Ángeles
According to a report by royal officials from Zacatecas in 1731, the town of Noria de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles was a processing hacienda owned by Bachelor Rodrigo de Guzmán y Ramírez de Prado. Due to the presence of a nearby spring, it enjoyed a degree of prosperity.
