A strategic, religious and administrative center in the west of Tlaxcala state during the colonial period, San Felipe Ixtlacuixtla was also the residence of the insurgent Mariano Matamoros in the 19th century. It is known for its ancient and beautiful monastery and for the colorful, tile-clad staircase that leads to the Templo del Calvario.

Its streets and neighborhoods were laid out in the viceregal era and have been the scene of memorable battles; for this reason, the city has earned the title of “heroic.” It is currently known for its traditional fair in honor of the Virgen de la Caridad, as well as for its vast decorative street carpets made of colored sawdust.

This city, first founded in the 16th century, was a strategic point for colonization, evangelization and trade between Mexico City and Veracruz. It was also the backdrop to numerous historical events during the war of Independence, the Reform war and the French Intervention. Its notable buildings include churches, the former monastery and the town hall.

The grandeur of the city of San Luis Potosí derives from its importance as a center for gold and silver mining and as a frontier post for the route into the north of New Spain, which led to its recognition as a key part of the World Heritage cultural itinerary known as the Royal Inland Road or Camino Real de Tierra Adentro.

Its strategic geographical position on the silver route and in the Sierra Gorda made it a key waypoint on the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro. The city has borne witness to the passage of Guillermo Prieto, Maximiliano de Habsburgo, Benito Juárez and to revolutionary troops—as well as to the industrialization of the country.

A viceregal city characterized by the Baroque architecture of its temples, monasteries and large houses, as well as by its fountains and its imposing aqueduct. The layout of its streets reflects its origins as an indigenous town and its transformation into one of the richest and most important cities of the viceroyalty of New Spain.

During the vice-regal period, Teposcolula was the most important trading area in the Mixteca region. Products arrived here from all parts, such as objects made from gold, cloth and precious stones, while silk textiles were manufactured and cochineal was produced.

Located in the Central Valley of the state of the same name, in pre-Hispanic times it was a Mexica military garrison, while in viceregal times it became one of the most important cities in New Spain. It is distinguished as the birthplace of President Benito Juárez, as well as by its beautiful buildings made of green cantera stone, its cuisine, and its traditional festival, the Guelaguetza.

Prior to the Conquista, this region was known as Atonayalco, which means “the other side of the river”. Its current name refers to San Miguel Arcángel, patron saint of the town. The municipality is located in the region known as Los Altos de Jalisco, on the banks of the Laja or San Miguel river, some 90 miles from the state capital.

Of great historical importance for the development of the provinces in northern Mexico, forms a part of the Royal Inland Road and is recognized as World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The two parts of its name come respectively from the river Lagos, which it abuts, and the hero of Mexican Independence Pedro Moreno. It is also the birthplace of the prominent writer Mariano Azuela (1873-1952).