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The town's Catholic temple, dedicated to Saint Louis of Toulouse, the most outstanding structure in San Luis. Its bell tower is used as the town's icon.
Chapel of the Lord of the Health
Catholic chapel.
A setting combination of a malecon with parks featuring 3 piers, a kids playground, a workout area, brick tables with seats and grills nearby, 2 basketball courts, 1 volleyball court, 1 soccer field, and an open parking area. There are 2 public restrooms (opened only at certain hours and days) at M$2-5 (pesos) per person per use. Local liquor stores have restroom service up until midnight on weekends.
"The Viewer"
A hilltop viewpoint of the town and lake, 30 minutes up the nearest hill walking. This spot holds the town's cross. There is also The "Salto" waterfall near here.
"The Jump"
A double waterfall on the nearest hill that can be seen from the town. It becomes active during and after heavy rains, mostly lasting a couple days each activity. It's 30 minutes away from the town walking, 15 minutes by vehicle (low cars are not recommended). It can also be climbed up to by following the river up the hill. Because of the river's numerous cascades, it's a wet alternative, but it's the best way to reach the lower taller waterfall.
A non-commercial rodeo circle usually used during the August festivities.
A commercial rodeo plaza used for semi-professional rodeo events.
Casual restaurant serving seafood and traditional regional cuisine. Fresh grilled chicken and elotes. Outstanding vampiros, generous on the tequila. Friendly service.
Tranquil lakeside property with tables and umbrellas spread across the lawn. Grilled ribs are the house specialty. Excellent views of the lake.
Vampiros are the thing here.You can drink them here, or you can get them to go in big plastic bags. Many flavors and variations on the classic vampiro.
RV parking lot that rents trailers or mobile homes for a night or longer. Recreational facilities include pool and lake.
Modern boutique hotel with spacious clean rooms, balconies with view. On-site restaurant. Expansive grounds with swimming pools, gardens, etc.
Basic budget hotel with barebones rooms and minimal amenities.
By car
From Guadalajara, follow the sings to Colima, Michoacan or Mazamitla, Jalisco using the interstate road Mexico 15 (Mexico 15 Mexico City – Nogales). This road passes right through San Luis.
San Luis is a common-size town; anyone is able to reach virtually every corner by foot. However, its elongated shape makes people prefer to take quads or vehicles from one end to the other over walking.
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