Guanajuato
Mexican tourists as well as international travelers like to visit this state because of its beautiful colonial cities of San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, and León.
Guanajuato state is also rich in history, especially pertaining to México’s fight for independence from Spain. In the town of Dolores Hidalgo, a priest by the name of Miguel Hidalgo took up the cause in 1809 by giving a stirring speech to the local common people which sparked the beginning of the rebellion against the Spanish authorities.
This state also has many opportunities for outdoor adventure fun. Horse trail rides into deep canyons, ATV riding, hiking, and rappelling are just some of the activities found here.
Location: North Central Region
Capital City: Guanajuato
Pueblo Magicos
Comonfort
Dolores Hidalgo
Jalpa de Canovas
Mineral de Pozas
Salvatierra
Yuriria
Distances from Guanajuato City to
Comonfort – 38 mi / 61 km
Dolores Hidalgo – 40 mi / 64 km
Jalpa de Canovas – 65 mi / 105 km
León – 18 mi / 30 km
Mineral de Pozas – 72 mi / 116 km
Salvatierra – 89 mi / 143km
San Miguel de Allende – 57 mi / 92 km
Yuriria – 76 mi / 122 km
Aguascalientes, AGS – 109 mi / 175 km
Guadalajara, JAL – 172 mi / 277 km
México City, CDMX – 220 mi / 354 km
Morelia, MICH – 112 mi / 180 km
Querétaro, QRO- 93 mi / 150
San Luis Potosí, SLP – 114 mi / 184 km
Nearest Airports from Durango City
Bajio International Airport BJX
(León/Guanajuato Airport)
15 miles / 23 km
Querétaro International Airport QRO
112 miles / 180 km
Morelia International Airport MLM
108 miles / 173 km
Weather
Jan-Feb High 70s / Low 40s
Mar-May High 80s / Low 50s
Apr-May High 80s / Low 50s
Jun High 80s / Low 60s
Jul-Sep High 70s / Low 60s
Oct-Nov High 70s / Low 50s
Dec High 70s / Low 40s
