Ciudad Guzmán

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy

Ciudad Guzmán

Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Ciudad Guzmán, Commercial center in Jalisco, Mexico

Ciudad Guzmán sits between Sierra Tapalpa and Cerro del Tigre mountains at 1,507 meters elevation, near Lake Zapotlán in south-central Jalisco.

Spanish conquistadors established control of this area in 1526, transforming the pre-Columbian kingdom of Zapotlán into a colonial settlement.

The city earned recognition as the Athens of Jalisco for producing notable intellectuals, including muralist José Clemente Orozco and composer Consuelo Velázquez.

The municipality connects to Guadalajara 138 kilometers north and Colima 134 kilometers south through major highways, facilitating regional commerce.

The Cathedral of San José underwent structural modifications following the 1985 earthquake, with its towers rebuilt at a reduced height.

Location: Zapotlán El Grande Municipality

Inception: 1533

Elevation above the sea: 1,535 m

Website: http://www.ciudadguzman.gob.mx

Website: http://ciudadguzman.gob.mx

GPS coordinates: 19.70016,-103.46394

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:00

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Ciudad Guzmán - Commercial center in Jalisco, Mexico » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes