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City in the Mexican state of Aguascalientes
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Pabellón de Arteaga is a small city in the central Mexican state of Aguascalientes. It is developing a growing reputation for its wineries and is the epicenter of the state's Ruta de Vino (Aguascalientes Wine Trail). Travelers with an interest in history can learn about its role in the Mexican Revolution and will also find several nearby Haciendas (most re-purposed as venues for weddings and other private events).
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Huge, colorful letters spelling out the town's name are always good for a selfie or two.
Casual Mexican restaurant serving burgers and grilled meats. Open-air outdoor dining room is modern and clean. Good food, but often slow service.
Casual restaurant serving burgers and traditional Mexican cuisine.Large portions but service can be slow.
Hacienda de Letras
Winery and event space in a restored Hacienda just west of town. Offers guided tours of the vineyard with 1 tasting or a tasting of 5 wines for M$200. On-site restaurant offers gourmet dinners, including a romantic 3-course dinner in the wine cellar for M$4000 per couple and picnics in the vineyard for M$2000.
Beautiful vineyards and winery with sweeping views of El Cerra de la Mesa (Table Top Mountain). The winery produces an extensive range of reds, whites, and blushes. Locally made sausages and cheeses are served at the E'lan restaurant, along with homemade chocolates and other delicacies. Tours and tastings are available though reservations are requested, particularly on weekends.
Basic hotel with spacious rooms that lack air conditioning and have dated furnishings. Off-street parking is available.
Moderate hotel with clean, but small rooms. Hotel lacks amenitiesː no restaurant on-site (or nearby).
The town's traditional marketplace is smaller than those in larger cities, but it has the basics, including the freshest farm produce and the most authentic regional cooking. The Mercado is a good choice if you are looking for a cheap, tasty breakfast or lunch.
The nearest airport with commercial flights is in Aguascalientes (AGU). A taxi from the airport will take about 30 minutes to reach Pabellon de Arteaga and will cost about M$200 (US$10).
Read in the guideTaxis are readily available. There are two sitios where they wait for faresː on the north side of Plaza Principal (Zocalo) and a few blocks east of the plaza at the corner of Av. 16 de Septiembre and Av.
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