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Álamos, Colonial city in Sonora, Mexico

The streets of Álamos display white-painted buildings with ornate doorways, wooden balconies, and central courtyards following Spanish colonial architectural patterns.

Founded in 1685 by Domingo Terán de los Ríos, Álamos developed into a major silver mining center during the 18th century, generating substantial wealth.

The city maintains numerous colonial mansions converted into museums, displaying regional artifacts and historical documents from the Spanish colonial period.

Located at 376 meters above sea level, Álamos experiences mild winters and warm summers, making October through March the most comfortable months for visits.

The local architecture incorporates distinctive stone masonry techniques that combine European designs with indigenous building methods specific to the Sonoran region.

Location: Álamos

Inception: 1685

Founders: Domingo Terán de los Ríos

Website: http://alamos.gob.mx/

Website: http://alamos.gob.mx

GPS coordinates: 27.02417,-108.93500

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:11

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