This compilation of visual stories is about my “journey” over the years in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato. Hopefully, I can offer you a portrait of this colonial UNESCO World Heritage Site encompassing various themes, many of which overlap. (Included below are links to various pieces I’ve written for my Journal or blog)

For example, the nopal cactus and its prickly pear fruit below end up in the mercado; a hacienda’s golden walls is adorned with brilliant fuchsia colored bougainvillea and Spanish colonial churches and most strikingly, the town’s pastel pink 17th century landmark: the Parroquia with a “facade” designed by an indigenous stonemason, make for the heart of the Centro Historico. Below as well are a few images of people as well as festivals such as the Day of the Dead, Easter and the traditional Azteca dances that make for Mexico’s rich and diverse culture. (Links to a few other articles are also below.)

Environment and Native Plants

A High Desert

Town and Architecture

San Miguel's Shadows
The Color Purple
Darkness before the Light

People

Quincinera
El Mercado

Festivals: Day of the Dead, Easter and Azteca Dances