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Municipality and town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico
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Ciudad del Maíz is a town of a little more than 10,000 people in the northern state of San Luis Potosi, Mexico. The town is one of Mexico's designated Pueblos Mágicos.
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Church of the Immaculate Conception
Colonial era church established in 1765. The 350-year old church is known for its late baroque-style cupola, and beautifully rustic interior with a wooden altar and elaborate rococco altarpiece ostentatiously covered in gold leaf.
The town's main square (zocalo) is a pleasant place for an evening stroll or for people watching, particularly on Sunday afternoons. The plaza's centerpiece is a wrought-iron bandstand that was imported from France. The plaza is also site of a bust of Miguel Hidalgo, father of the country.
Small cultural center housed in a restored colonial-era hacienda. Features a few exhibits about the town's experience through the colonial, revolutionary, and modern eras of Mexican history. Exhibits are mostly dioramas depicting events. Art exhibitions featuring local photographers or artists are frequently available. The venue is used for classes and civic functions.
Friendly, casual local seafood restaurant. Big shrimp cocktails.
Casual eatery serving basic Mexican antojitos like tacos and tortas. Some of the fried foods are a bit greasy.
Casual taqueria known for their golden tacos (taco de oro). Also serves tortas, enchiladas and basic Mexican antojitos.
Moderate hotel with large, clean, comfortable rooms with air conditioning. Off-street parking available. Accepts credit cards.
Basic utilitarian hotel with minimally furnished rooms. Often lacks hot water. Small off-street parking lot.
By car
From San Luis Potosi, it is a 2-1/2 hour drive to Ciudad del Maiz on a mix of highways, mostly modern and in good condition.
Ciudad del Maiz is a small city, and while the core downtown Centro area is easily walkable, you will want a taxi for some activities and outlying sites.
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