Jerez de García Salinas

Jerez de García Salinas is a colonial town in Zacatecas featuring neoclassical buildings, decorative wrought iron balconies, and carved wooden doors throughout its center. The structures gather around the Rafael Paez Garden and display the architectural layout from the Spanish colonial period.

The town was founded in 1536 and grew from mining activities during Spanish colonization into a significant settlement. Its present name honors a 19th-century reformer and reflects the region's cultural development.

The Teatro Hinojosa, built between 1876 and 1890, keeps its original lanterns and velvet seats where local artists continue to perform. The town holds a special place in regional music traditions that developed here and shape how people celebrate together.

The town sits at about 2000 meters elevation with a temperate climate, so visitors should bring enough water and adjust accordingly. Walking through the historic center is straightforward since main attractions are located close to each other.

The town is known as the birthplace of tamborazo zacatecano music, which blends pre-Hispanic rhythms with regional instruments. This musical form originated here and remains alive in local performances and celebrations today.

Location: Jerez

Inception: 1569

Elevation above the sea: 1,999 m

Website: http://jerez.gob.mx

GPS coordinates: 22.65000,-103.00000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:04