Guanajuato Fast Facts
| Population | 158,000 (approx.) |
| Country | Mexico |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Geography | Located in the northern central highlands of Mexico. |
| Climate | Mild and generally dry climate with cool winters and warm summers. |
| Average Temperatures | Average high in December: 21ºC / 70ºF Average high in May: 29ºC / 85ºF |
| Local fare | The region surrounding Guanajuato is decidedly fertile, providing the city with lots of locally-grown wheat, fruits and vegetables to accompany the meat and poultry. A mix of European and indigenous ingredients, recipes and techniques. Guanajuato specialties include: - enchiladas mineras (miner's enchiladas): enchiladas filled cheese or chicken with carrots and potatoes and served in guajillo sauce - tunas de xonocostle: fruit from local cacti, often used in salads - moles: sauces made with up to 30 ingredients served with meat or poultry - antojitos (little whims): Mexican comfort foods, such as tamales, quesadillas, tacos and enchiladas |
| Tourist Office | State Tourism Information Office Plaza de la Paz 14 Tel: 473 / 732 1574 |
| Did you know? | The colonial-era silver mines surrounding Guanajuato, some of which are still in operation, not only made the city very wealthy but also produced 20% of all the world's silver! |
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