Guadalajara Sights

  1. Palacio de Gobierno

    The impressive palacio, which currently houses state government offices, was finished in 1774. Its style mixes simple neoclassical features with riotous Churrigueresque decorations.

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  2. Palacio de Justicia

    Across the street from the Palacio Legislativo, to the east is the Palacio de Justicia. It was built in 1588 and began life as Guadalajara's first nunnery. Duck inside to the interior stairwell and check out the 1965 mural by Guillermo Chávez depicting legendary Mexican lawmakers, including Benito Juárez.

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  3. Palacio Legislativo

    On the north side of the Plaza de la Liberación, next to the Museo Regional, is the Palacio Legislativo. Distinguished by thick stone columns in its interior courtyard, this is where the state congress meets.

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  4. Palacio Municipal

    On the north side of Plaza Guadalajara is the Palacio Municipal, which was built between 1949 and 1952 but looks ancient. Above its interior stairway is a dark mural by Gabriel Flores depicting the founding of Guadalajara.

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