Ruta Don Vasco
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Ruta Don Vasco (also known as Ruta Tata Vasco) is an official itinerary through the state of Michoacan promoted by the federal Ministry of Tourism (SECTUR). The route follows the work of Vasco de Quiroga, the first bishop of Michoacan, who is widely respected and loved by the local people, particularly the Purhepecha indigenous community.
UnderstandThe route consists of a core axis of major cities and side trips to nearby towns and villages. The major cities are Morelia, Patzcuaro, and Uruapan.
Get inThe nearest airport with good commercial connections is in Morelia (MLM). From Morelia, you could rent a car or use a bus to get to Patzcuaro and/or Uruapan, then use local taxis or combis to visit towns on the route.
Stay safeParts of Michoacan are claimed as the territory of notorious drug cartels and violent incidents have occurred in the state. Morelia, Patzcuaro, and the villages around Lake Patzcuaro remain quite safe for most travelers.
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- Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Ruta Don Vasco" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo: Isaacvp, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons