Location: Morelia
Top Things to do in Morelia
What to do and see in Morelia, Michoacan: The Best Nature & Parks
Morelia (Spanish pronunciation: [moˈɾelja]; from 1545 to 1828 known as Valladolid) is a city and municipality in the north central part of the state of Michoacán in central Mexico. The city is in the Guayangareo Valley and is the capital and largest city of the state. The main pre-Hispanic cultures here were the Purépecha and the Matlatzinca, but no major cities were founded in the valley during this time. The Spanish took control of the area in the 1520s. The Spanish under Viceroy Antonio de Mendoza founded a settlement here in 1541 with the name of Valladolid, which became rival to the nearby city of Pátzcuaro for dominance in Michoacán. In 1580, this rivalry ended in Valladolid’s favor and it became the capital of the colonial province. After the Mexican War of Independence, the city was renamed Morelia in honor of José María Morelos, who hailed from the city. In 1991, the city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its well-preserved colonial buildings and layout of the historic center.
Restaurants in Morelia
1. Jardin de las Rosas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 474 reviews
Reviewed By ReluctantReviews - Vancouver, Canada
Lovely area away from the hustle and bustle of the main drag. Relaxing place to wonder - have a cup of coffee at a local bar and just enjoy the atmosphere. Great statue - see picture
2. Bosque Cuauhtemoc
3. Parque Zoologico Benito Juarez
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By ValentinaSDM - Oaxaca, Mexico
The park is only a 10 minutes drive from downtown. It is very well maintained and has several interesting fauna. We recommend arriving early to avoid the heat, as around noon it became very warm. Excellent for families! Very well recommended.
