New York, New York; July 27, 2020.- The state of Jalisco is Mexico’s most emblematic region in terms of giving birth to so many of Mexico’s iconic offerings, including the Charro and of course Tequila. This multi-destination state has plenty of space to maintain social distance and a must for any fan of the Spirit. The following are Viva Tequila’s Mexico Experience top cities to visit in Jalisco’s agave-producing region which is rich with the drink’s history and the culture that surrounds it, from mixology to gastronomy to the simple way of life in an hacienda.
Tlaquepaque was founded by Totonac natives. They produced everyday utensils and art objects before the Spaniards arrived. Today, the town continues to be an artisan city known for its galleries and handicrafts. A must stop because of its up-tempo culinary scene. Check out Lunch at Casa Luna Restaurant right in the center of the city. Its open courtyard under the shade of a large tree speaks volumes of the hippy-esque environment.
Teuchitlán is a town along the Tequila Route and home to the most important archaeological zone in Western Mexico: los Guachimontones. It is the major site of the so-called Teuchitlán tradition, a complex society that existed from as early as 300 BCE until perhaps 900 CE. The dominant features at los Guachimontones are circular stepped pyramids in the middle of circular building complexes. The 60-foot (18 m) tall pyramid at Circle 2 has 13 high steps leading to an upper level, which was then topped with another 4 high steps. A post hole was located at the very highest level, most likely for Volador ceremonies. The pyramids may also have supported small temples. Check out Hacienda Labor de Rivera. Built in the late 1800s, each of the property’s rooms are individually designed with their own unique character.
The town of Tequila was designated a “Magical Town” by the Ministry of Tourism of Mexico and a cultural UNESCO World Heritage site. The 35,019-hectare site is part of an expansive landscape of blue agave, shaped by the culture of the plant used since the 16th century to produce the spirit known as tequila and for at least two millennia to make fermented drinks (such as pulque) and cloth. Within the landscape are working distilleries reflecting the growth in the consumption of tequila in the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, this agave culture is seen as part of Mexican national identity. The Tequila landscape has contributed to many works of art such as film, music, dance, and paintings. Check out Fonda Cholula a wonderful colonial infrastructure, elegant, warm and harmonious with the buildings of the historic center. A magical space to rest and enjoy the experience of Mexican cuisine that surrounds tequila and its people.
Atotonilco El Alto is a town and municipality that covers an area of 638.15 km2. It means “place of hot waters”, in Náhuatl. “El Alto”(“The High One”) was later added in honor of those who died in the Cristero War in the early 1920s. Check out Don Nacho Distillery, one of the most prolific agave producing companies in the Jalisco Highlands.
Guadalajara is the meeting point of an entire region and the place where the traditions of a territory coexist, which give rise to the identity of the city. The city has artistic and cultural expressions that are already positioned in the world. Guadalajara is innovation and avant-garde, so it undergoes a renewal process that promises an attractive future for the city. It is full of rhythm. His musicality is a source of inspiration. Check out La Tequila Cocina de México Restaurant offers the region’s gastronomic heritage, following the traditional recipes of the dishes and innovating with a contemporary intention.
Viva Tequila Festival’s Mexico Experience brings guests on a luxurious tour of these cities to embrace Jalisco’s Mexican spirit to provide a deep understanding of the different regions that cultivate agaves, the local food, and the local culture.
Viva Tequila Festival’s Mexico Experience brings guests on a luxurious tour of these cities to embrace Jalisco’s Mexican spirit and provide a deeper understanding of the different regions that cultivate agaves, local foods and the local culture.
