A very attractive colonial city in the Northern central part of Mexico. The state and city share the same name of Aquascalientes as in several other Mexican cities and states. This is a city rich in historical treasure and dates back to 1575. The city’s name Aquascalientes is translated as hot water. The reason for its name is that Aquascalientes has an abundance of natural thermal hot springs. This city was established to be an outpost from Chichimic Indians that lived in the area. Auascalientes is a popular stop between Mexico City and Zacatecas where they have silver mines.
In the Plaza de Patricia square you will enjoy several restored colonial era buildings as well as a lot of sightseeing. Here you will find the famous Palacio de Gobierno that retains pink stoned walls, an amazing courtyard and you will find Diego Riviera styled murals painted by a Chilean artist named Oswaldo Barra Cunningham. You will not want to miss Cathedral Basilica that sits on the west side of the square and features paintings by t
