Mocorito

The town square is a lively urban park with tall trees, careful landscaping, brick walkways, benches to sit and peoplewatch, a bandstand that's actually used for occasional concerts in the park, and of course, the colorful letters inviting visitors to snap an Instagram-worthy photo. Great place to relax on a warm evening, strolling and enjoying the ambience.

Unusual historic church with a unique blend of architectural styles and some stunning artworks inside. Jesuit missionaries established the parish and began building the church in 1598. From the front it appears austere and is sometimes described as a militaristic style. It's built of pink granite (cantera) with brick and other stones and has a relatively unadorned facade graced with a single very tall belfry a prominent triangle shape over the entrance, and a long, narrow nave. The church is known for a series of excellent 16th century engravings that adorn its 14 stations of the cross.

Small historical exhibit focusing on the town of Mocorito and its nearby areas. Few exhibits, mostly photos and graphic arts. Interesting local flavor that won't take much time to visit.

One of the most popular acts in the Mexican music world is Los Tigres del Norte. The group has stayed together for more than 50 years. During that time, they've sold well over 30 million albums, packed concert halls in Mexico, the United States, and many other countries, won 7 Grammy awards and 12 Latin Grammies, and appeared in dozens of motion pictures. Their style of music is known as norteño and within that broad genre they've managed to carve out some niches in which they dominate. They are particularly known for a class of songs called narcocorridos that tell the tales of prominent figures in the underworld of international drug trafficking (a popular pasttime in Sinaloa). Visit the museum to learn more about the group, their rise to fame and fortune, and their roots in the small town of Mocorito.

In the square, you'll find a bright, colorful mosaic mural titled Mocorito Ateneo Sinaloense that is a montage of scenes depicting the town's 400-year history and its modern culture.

The town's favorite dish is a stew of shredded pork, slow-simmered with chiles and spices. Many restaurants serve up homemade versions, but it's also packaged in cans and shipped across Mexico. Stop in and see chilorio being made and packaged.

Thousands and thousands of sunflowers fill a field. Great spot for an Instagram selfie! There are photo op spots that look kind of hokey and tractor rides for the kids.