León de Los Aldama, Industrial metropolis in central Guanajuato, Mexico
The city extends across an elevated plateau at 1,800 meters, with mountains surrounding the urban landscape and modern industrial districts spanning the territory.
Spanish colonists established León de los Aldama in 1576 under Martín Enríquez de Almanza's direction, transforming it from indigenous settlements into a major agricultural center.
The International Balloon Festival draws thousands of visitors to León each year, featuring colorful hot air balloons floating against the Mexican sky.
The local airport connects León with multiple Mexican cities and international destinations, while an extensive network of bicycle lanes facilitates urban mobility.
The leather manufacturing sector in León produces over 200 million pairs of shoes annually, establishing the city as Mexico's primary footwear production center.
Location: León Municipality
Inception: January 20, 1576
Founders: Martín Enríquez de Almanza
Website: http://leon.gob.mx
GPS coordinates: 21.12186,-101.68251
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:51
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