Guadalupe (Zacatecas) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Zacatecas
About Guadalupe (Zacatecas)
Guadalupe was first settled by the Spanish in 1546. Prior to that, the area was occupied by semi-nomadic indigenous groups like the zacatecos and the guachichiles. No significant pre-hispanic settlements had been built at Guadalupe. For many decades after the Spanish conquest, settlers were primarily secular or military. It was not until the mid 17th century that Christian missionaries developed a significant presence in Guadalupe. In 1678, construction began on the Convento de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe---the first major church to be established in Guadalupe. More would follow in the 18th century as the Franciscans built a hospital and college, along with more churches and chapels. The college was a significant training center for monks who would be sent north to evangelize in the northe
Where to Eat in Guadalupe (Zacatecas)
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Finca Santa Bistro
- 🍴La Parrilla la Maria
Where to Stay in Guadalupe (Zacatecas)
- 🏨Hotel CH
- 🏨Hotel Meson la Noria
Guadalupe (Zacatecas) Travel Guide Sections
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