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Jorge Monroy with his watercolor, The Lake of Seven Colors at Bacalar.A muralist reminisces about the magical towns he has painted
But Jorge Monroy couldn't name his favorites because 'each one is different'
Friday, March 15, 2019
The Guadalajara Chamber of Commerce has put on display a collection of 44 watercolors celebrating Mexico’s Pueblos Mágicos (magical towns) program, all of which are by local artist Jorge Monroy, whose mural Under the Wings of Mercury can be seen in the chamber’s foyer.
Mexico’s Secretariat of Tourism launched the magical towns in 2001 in recognition of the fact that tourists come to the country not only to bask in the sun on a beach, but to experience Mexican hospitality and culture.
Thirty-two towns were originally selected for the program and over the years the number has grown to 121. Last year it was announced that President López Obrador would cancel the program, but in February of this year the tourism department said it would continue “more strongly than ever.”
All of the paintings in the Guadalajara exhibition originally appeared in the Sunday edition of the newspaper El Informador which, over a period of some 20 years, has published around 1,000 of Monroy’s works.
“The Chamber of Commerce wanted to celebrate the Pueblos Mágicos,” Monroy told me, “so they asked the Jesús Álvarez de Castillo Foundation to lend them around 50 of my paintings representative of the most beautiful magical towns in every state of the republic. Of course, they made sure to include all of those in Jalisco, which now number eight.”
While accompanying Jorge Monroy through this outstanding collection of canvases, I discovered that the painter could not only speak about every one of these sites, but could recall minute details of his visit, down to what he had eaten for lunch when he was there and where he had eaten it.
When I asked him to name his 10 favorite Pueblos Mágicos, he said it just could not be done because “each one is different” and I suddenly realized this was the same answer I have always given to people who ask me to name my favorite hiking trail.
“OK,” I said, “why not just tell me a bit about a few places where, after visiting the streets of the pueblo itself, I can wander out of town and find even more attractions to enjoy.”
“Here’s a good example of that,” said Monroy, stopping in front of one of his paintings. “This is the town of Huasca de Ocampo in Hidalgo and by chance it was the very first town to be designated a Pueblo Mágico, back in 2001, by the Secretariat of Tourism. Not only is the town itself beautiful, but it is surrounded by spectacular historical and natural attractions.
“In colonial times it was important for its mines and, in fact, mining still goes on there today. Great riches were generated for Spain and as a result, lavish haciendas were built. Two of the most notable are San Miguel Regla and Santa María Regla, both of which are now luxurious hotels. Then, just minutes away, you have the Basaltic Prisms, which are polygonal columns with five or six sides, ranging in height from 30 to 50 meters, among the longest in the world and much admired by Alexander von Humboldt in the early 1800s.
“The whole area is so extraordinary that it was recently incorporated into the Comarca Minera Geopark, a new member of the UNESCO Global Network of Geoparks.”
As we continued walking along the long corridor at the Cámara de Comercio, we came to Monroy’s painting of the magical town of Coatepec in Veracruz. Its streets are beautiful and well-preserved, he told me, and it is located at so high an altitude that both the town and its surroundings are often shrouded in fog.
“This whole area,” he said, “is dedicated to coffee production and on the outskirts of the town you find fincas cafeteras, beautiful coffee plantations surrounded by exuberant vegetation. Many of the local mansions have now been converted into hotels and all around you find gorgeous waterfalls. One of the nicest in my opinion is the Cascada de Xico.”
While we perused his collection of paintings, Jorge Monroy pointed out many other Pueblos Mágicos where the magic continues beyond the confines of the town. One of these was Mazamitla, which is located in Jalisco, 28 kilometers due south of Lake Chapala at an altitude of 2,240 meters.
“The streets are charming, the church is remarkable for its elements of Chinese architecture, and the town is located in the middle of the Sierra del Tigre, famous for its log cabins hidden away in a beautiful and peaceful pine and oak forest.”
Not to be missed, said the painter, is the 30-meter El Salto waterfall just south of Mazamitla and the curious Los Cazos cauldrons carved into the bedrock apparently for fermenting mezcal.
Over the years, Monroy continued, “I’ve learned that some of the most interesting Pueblos Mágicos — with plenty to explore on their outskirts — are the old mining towns, such as San Sebastián del Oeste in Jalisco, Real de Catorce in San Luis Potosí, Real de Asientos in Aguascalientes and Mineral de Pozos in Guanajuato. Actually, a visit to any of Guanajuato’s many ghost towns is always an adventure.”
At the end of the Cámara de Comercio’s U-shaped art gallery we came to the last painting in the exhibition, showing the magical town of Bacalar in Quintana Roo. “All I can say is that this town is situated on the shore of the most beautiful lagoon in the world: La Laguna de los Siete Colores (the Lake of Seven Colors). Its beauty is simply indescribable, but I hope I have caught a little of it in my painting.
“Bacalar is enchanting all by itself: it was a fortress and the old cannon are still there. All around Bacalar there are amazing archaeological sites like Kohunlich and Chetumal; there’s the enormous Biosphere Reserve of Sian Ka’an, which stretches all the way to Tulum; there’s dazzlingly beautiful Mahahual beach and then, just to the south, you have Belize: more than enough magical sites to keep even John Pint busy!”
• Jorge Monroy’s paintings of the Pueblos Mágicos will be on display — without charge — at the Guadalajara Chamber of Commerce until March 20.
The writer has lived near Guadalajara, Jalisco, for more than 30 years and is the author of A Guide to West Mexico’s Guachimontones and Surrounding Area and co-author of Outdoors in Western Mexico. More of his writing can be found on his website.
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Thursday, March 14, 2019
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Wednesday, March 13, 2019
Plans under way for artificial reef in Progreso, Yucatán The reef would consist of 1,400 circular, concrete structures built by Reef Ball México Wednesday, March 13, 2019
One of Reef Ball México's artificial reefs.Plans under way for artificial reef in Progreso, Yucatán
The reef would consist of 1,400 circular, concrete structures built by Reef Ball México
The popular port town of Progreso, Yucatán, has announced a marine project to draw more tourists.
Municipal tourism director Manuel Rosado unveiled a plan to install an artificial coral reef six kilometers offshore. He told the newspaper El Financiero that Progreso will officially present the project late this month or in early April.
“We are conducting environmental impact studies and planning the reef, for which we will need 5 million pesos (US $259,000), the amount required to fund this type of project.”
The reef will be made up of more than 1,400 circular structures designed by the Reef Ball Foundation. Reef Ball representative Javier Dajer said artificial reef structures are specially designed to promote marine plant growth and attract fish.
He explained that the structure’s circular design allows the sun’s rays to reach the reef at any angle, promoting photosynthesis. Additionally, the hollow interior pushes water out through the top with a whirlpool effect, generating sounds and movements attractive to marine wildlife. Dajer said the structures tend to become covered in coral within five years, fully blending into the ecosystem.
He added that the artificial reef structures are extremely durable, with an expected lifespan of 500 years. They are made entirely out of a special type of concrete that also contains additives to equalize pH levels with those of the seawater.
Dajer said the project is supported by diving schools and a local biologist.
“We are discussing implementing the project at three different depths with different focuses in mind: there will be a zone for snorkeling and swimming, a second zone for recreational fishing and boating, and a third zone for commercial fishing.”
Other artificial reefs have already been installed in Campeche, Quintana Roo, Colima, Baja California and Veracruz. To date, nearly 25,000 of the structures have been installed off the shores of Mexico.
Source: El Financiero (sp)
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Five new or under-the-radar Mexico experiences By Meagan Drillinger |Mar 12, 2019
Five new or under-the-radar Mexico experiences
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Mar 12, 2019
Structures at the Guachimontones archaeological site date to the fourth century B.C. Photo Credit: Eric Moya
For as much time as I have spent in Mexico, I am still always surprised and delighted to discover parts and places I have never been to, or even heard about before. From new discoveries to soon-to-be-launched hotels as well as experiences that have remained below the radar for decades, here are five experiences in Mexico you might not know exist.
Hacienda Chukum
A cenote was recently discovered outside of Valladolid, Yucatan, and in its wake a brand-new travel park has emerged. The 131-acre Hacienda Chukum opened in February, centered on the Chukum-Ha cenote. Three natural openings in the cavernous ceiling illuminate the waters below. There is also a rope swing and a 50-foot repelling wall. Visitors can explore the park through local tour operator Aventuras Mayas.
Hierve el Agua, Oaxaca
Though by no means new, one of Oaxaca's greatest natural treasures is still far off the beaten path for most tourists. Visitors to Oaxaca City would be remiss to overlook this stunning natural phenomenon. From a distance, this enormous rock formation that towers above the jungle looks like a frozen waterfall. Upon closer inspection, visitors will discover that it is actually constructed of mineral deposits on top of a limestone mountain. On either of the ledges of the mountain are two freshwater pools, as well as hot springs that are bubbling with calcium carbonate and magnesium. The minerals from the pools seep through the cliffs creating the frozen flow appearance of this magnificent structure.
Hierve el Agua is a perfect day trip from Oaxaca City and can be arranged through local tours or via private drivers.
Glamping in Espiritu Santo
Off the coast of La Paz in Baja California Sur is the island of Espiritu Santo. Espiritu Santo Island is a Natural Protected Area that was declared a Unesco World Heritage Site in 1995. Known for its turquoise waters and pristine beaches, the entire island is only 11 miles long. It's also teeming with wildlife, from sea lions and manta rays to dolphins and turtles. No humans live on Espiritu Santo, but if you want to spend the night it is possible to arrange an evening glamping with Camp Cecil.
Camp Cecil has a base on one of the island's best beaches, with walk-in tents with real beds, lanterns, beach towels and storage space. An on-site chef prepares meals daily at Xantas Cafe. Guests can spend the day kayaking, hiking, swimming, stand-up paddle boarding, nature watching and more.
The boat to Camp Cecil departs from La Paz at 9 a.m. on the day of the reservation. Travelers can fly into San Jose del Cabo or La Paz.
La Casa de La Playa, Destino Xcaret
Destino Xcaret is readying to open the next hotel on the expansive, 915-acre compound of which the explosive Hotel Xcaret is a part. Slated to be the second hotel of 12 to open over the next few years, La Casa de La Playa will open this summer with 63 spacious suites with private plunge pools that are categorized into three concepts: Nature, Wellness and Fun. The adults-only, eco-friendly resort will have four restaurants, two pools, a spa, mezcaleria, chocolate shop, wine cellar, and library.
In the next eight years there will be 6,000 hotel rooms, a stadium with capacity for a 12,000-person audience, a convention center, and an entertainment and commercial center with promenades along the river.
Guests of the properties receive full access to the Xcaret parks, as well, as part of the All-Fun Inclusive program.
Guachimontones, Jalisco
Later this year, the government of Jalisco will be completing a high-speed highway connecting Guadalajara to Puerto Vallarta. The 5.5-hour trip will be reduced to 2.5 hours, making it entirely possible to hit both Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara in one weekend getaway.
Along the drive, travelers can discover one of the more peculiar ruins of Mexico -- Guachimontones. This Olmec archaeological site is home to circular pyramid structures, which is a rarity for Mexico sites. The Unesco World Heritage Site remained largely unheard of until about 2009. Before then, visitors had to ask the locals around the town, Teuchitlan, in order to make their way there. Today it is far more accessible to tourists, with a large visitor center and a museum.
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