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Old Casas Grandes

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Ranked #65 of 152 attractions in Northern Mexico
4.5 of 5 stars 2 Reviews
Description: Prehispanic city that flourished between 900 and 1300 A.D.
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Maine, USA
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“A very pleasant and historic Mexican town in which to pass the time”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 December 2011

We have spent the past month in the town of Casas Grandes, Chihuahua, with no particular agenda other than to enjoy the ambience and friendliness of living in a genuine small town in the desert country of northern Mexico. We rented a 2BR casita from Spencer & Emi MacCallum, Pueblo Viejo Courtyards, complete with kitchen, bath, living room/dining room with... More

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Los Angeles, California
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“Conveniently located with decent lodging and great food”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2007
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My sister and I collect pottery from Mata Ortiz and have stayed several times in Old Casas Grandes. It's definitely got more charm than Nuevo Casas Grandes, but is just minutes away from town if you need banking services or decide to dine in town. We have stayed with Mayte Lujan, who runs a small motel (Las Guacayamas) just opposite... More

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