Technically,
San Miguel belongs to the State of Guanajuato, but it is so close to Santiago
de Queretaro - we might see it as just another
advantage of living in Queretaro. It is the perfect weekend escape to a more
silent, charming, little town with enough exciting attractions and stops to
keep you entertained for the whole weekend while it is relaxing enough to make
you forget about the hectic day-to-day life.
You can
start your day by visiting the church "La Parroquia de San Miguel"; it has a neo-gothic façade with two tall
towers that can be seen from most parts of the town. Even though, it resembles
a European church, it still owns a very Mexican architectural interpretation.
Plaza Allende, or the Main Garden as locals call it, is a popular place to sit
and relax right in front of the church, and of course, enjoy the indispensable
kiosco.
You should enjoy
walking through the city center, because San Miguel de Allende is a walking
city. The size allows you to take in all its colonial beauty and enjoy the
architecture as you casually explore the vitality and flair of the place. Do
not simply look into the shops, but go in and buy something, even if it is
something small like a magnet, because the city is known for its skillful
handcrafts.
Have a nice meal as
the town offers varied types of foods and price ranges from cheap over moderate
to expensive. As a vegan, I did not have any problems finding a restaurant that
served a number of possible and delicious dishes for me (Tip: Restaurant
Cumpanio, moderate prices and variety with vegan and non-vegan dishes, it
offers a bread, pastry and restaurant section).