Museo Nacional de la Muerte
Aguascalientes State
The excellent Museo Nacional de la Muerte exhibits all things relating to Mexico's favorite subject – death – from the skeleton La Catrina to historic…
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Aguascalientes State
The state of Aguascalientes is one of Mexico's smallest and its focus is squarely on the city of the same name. According to local legend, a kiss planted on the lips of dictator Antonio López de Santa Anna by the wife of a prominent local politician brought about the creation of a separate Aguascalientes state from neighboring Zacatecas.
Attractions
Must-see attractions for your itinerary
Palacio de Gobierno
Aguascalientes State
On the south side of Plaza de la Patria, the red-and-pink stone Palacio de Gobierno is Aguascalientes' most noteworthy colonial building. Once the mansion…
Museo José Guadalupe Posada
Aguascalientes State
Aguascalientes native José Guadalupe Posada (1852−1913) was in many ways the founder of modern Mexican art. His engravings and satirical cartoons…
Museo de Aguascalientes
Aguascalientes State
Housed in a handsome neoclassical building dating to 1903, this museum houses a permanent collection of work by the brilliant Aguascalientes artist…
Catedral
Aguascalientes State
The well-restored 18th-century baroque cathedral, on the plaza's west side, is more magnificent inside than out. Over the altar at the east end of the…
Museo Regional de Historia
Aguascalientes State
This history museum was designed by Refugio Reyes as a family home and features a small chapel. Its exhibits cover everything from the big bang and the…
Templo del Encino
Aguascalientes State
This church contains a black statue of Jesus that some believe is growing. When it reaches an adjacent column, a worldwide calamity is anticipated…
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo
Aguascalientes State
A small, modern museum displaying the work of painter Enrique Guzmán (1952−86) as well as temporary exhibitions.
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