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Discover<\/span><\/h1>\nAngangueo, a charming mining town of colonial origin, is distinguished by its history linked to mining and its close relationship with one of the most impressive natural phenomena in the world: the migration of the Monarch Butterfly. This Magical Town, nestled in the mountains of Michoac\u00e1n, offers a fascinating journey through the mining history of the viceroyalty, while inviting you to explore the majesty of the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve<\/strong>, a World Heritage Site that is home to one of the 13 natural wonders of Mexico. <\/span>\n\nAngangueo's architecture is a reflection of its mining past. As you walk through its streets, you will notice a peculiar contrast in its churches, which tell stories of the social life of the time. The Parroquia de San Sim\u00f3n<\/strong>, known as the \"Church of the Poor\", is located next to the main square and stands out for its simple and welcoming style. In contrast, the Temple of the Immaculate Conception<\/strong>, or \"Temple of the Rich\", with its majestic neo-Gothic facade, reveals the splendor achieved during the mining boom. <\/span>\n\nIn addition to its rich history and architecture, Angangueo is the gateway to two of the most important monarch butterfly sanctuaries: El Rosario<\/strong> and Sierra Chincua<\/strong>. During the months of November through March, these sanctuaries come alive with millions of monarch butterflies migrating from Canada and the United States, creating a natural spectacle that leaves visitors breathless. <\/span>","paragraph":""},"town_block_intro_gallery":[15788,8343,8346],"town_block_recomendation":{"":{"field_66a828f0283ee":"0","field_66a82914283ef":null,"field_66a82920283f0":"","show":false,"img":null,"info":null}},"town_block_intro_image":"","town_show_gallery":true,"town_block_gallery":{"paragraph":""},"town_block_gallery_images":[15805,15808,15802,15814,15811],"town_show_video":true,"town_video_type":"Youtube","town_video_youtube":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=vDqO8Wz37g4","town_video_link":"","town_show__todo":false,"town_block_todo":{"image":7118,"description":"Tourist attractions:<\/b>\n
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  • El Rosario Sanctuary.<\/span><\/li>\n \t
  • Sierra Chincua Sanctuary.<\/span><\/li>\n \t
  • San Sim\u00f3n Tourist Tunnel.<\/span><\/li>\n \t
  • Cruz de Hierro viewpoint.<\/span><\/li>\n \t
  • Hacienda de Jes\u00fas de Nazareno.<\/span><\/li>\n \t
  • Temple of the Immaculate Conception.<\/span><\/li>\n \t
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  • Mural by Jorge Tellez.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nGastronomic recommendations:<\/strong>\n
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    • Mountain fruits (peach, fig, tejocote, etc.). <\/li>\n \t
    • Lamb barbecue.<\/li>\n \t
    • Canned piloncillo.<\/li>\n \t
    • Pozole of wheat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>"},"town_show_tabs":false,"town_block_tabs":{"map":"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Q3PP2pbMr1qnn7B77","map_link":"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Q3PP2pbMr1qnn7B77","show_hotels":false,"show_restaurants":false},"town_block_facts":{"":{"field_66a847d707ace":"1","field_66ad06d79798b":"0","field_66ad06fe9798c":null,"field_66a8479b07acd":"","show":false,"add_img":false,"img":null,"info":null},"13":{"show":false,"add_img":false,"img":null,"info":""},"14":{"show":true,"add_img":true,"img":11609,"info":"Angangueo is a destination that offers a unique experience where history, nature and culture converge. From its mining legacy to the spectacular Monarch Butterfly Sanctuaries, every corner of this Magical Town has something special to tell. Come and discover the magic of this corner of Michoac\u00e1n, where cultural and natural richness intertwine to offer you unforgettable moments. <\/span>"}},"town_block_paragraph":{"":{"field_66b687f57fcfe":"0","field_66b688087fcff":"","show":false,"info":null}}},"post_mailing_queue_ids":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/town\/18427","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/town"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/town"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/town\/18427\/revisions"}],"acf:attachment":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/15811"},{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/15814"},{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/15802"},{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/15808"},{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/15805"},{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8346"},{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8343"},{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/15788"}],"acf:term":[{"embeddable":true,"taxonomy":"region-types","href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/region-types\/329"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18427"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_item_keyword","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/post_item_keyword?post=18427"},{"taxonomy":"region-types","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bk.visitmichoacan.com.mx\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/region-types?post=18427"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}