Geoparque Mundial de la UNESCO Comarca Minera, Hidalgo, UNESCO Global Geopark in Hidalgo, Mexico.
This geopark spreads across 31 geological sites including former mines, volcanic formations, and mineral deposits scattered across nine municipalities in the region. The area features mountains, walking trails with information signs, and old industrial structures from mining operations.
Mining in this region began long before Spanish conquest and expanded significantly during colonial times when silver extraction became a major economic activity. The Spanish-led operations shaped the landscape and settlement patterns for centuries.
Local communities here keep traditional mining knowledge alive through museums and guided experiences that show how geology shapes regional identity.
The site is accessible from nine municipalities with main entry points near Pachuca that offer guided tours and educational activities. Plan your visit outside the rainy season when trails are safer and more comfortable to walk.
The area holds one of the world's most important epithermal mineral systems and contains locations where rare mineral types were first identified by scientists. This geological significance draws mineral collectors and earth science specialists from around the world.
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