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Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel

North side of El Jardin, Mexico
4.5 of 5 stars 64 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites, Architectural Buildings
Activities: Watching sunrise/sunset, City walk sightseeing, Group tours/city tour, Hot-air ballooning, People-watching, Arts and crafts, Golfing, Horse riding, Mountain biking, Tennis, Dining, Group tours/walking tour, Leisure education, Shopping, Walking
Traveller Description: Regarded as the symbol of San Miguel, this pastel pink and orange neo-Gothic confection dates from the late 19th century and is said to have been... more »
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Austin
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

romantic as it possibly can get. if it can't happen here it won't More

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San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

A center for gathering, religious or non, colorful, historical and always something happening in the vicinity. Don't miss it. More

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Queretaro, Mexico
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Definitely one of the most beautiful churches in Mexico. More

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New Brighton, Australia
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Sitting in El Jardin, watching the costumed players sing and play amongst the crowd of Mexicans on a Saturday night feels a bit like going back in time. This magical church is a beautiful landmark and great photos can be taken from the hill above the town as well. Mariache bands play as well and there is a festive feel... More

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Scottsdale, AZ
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

The Church of San Miguel Arcangel is the Centerpiece of San Miguel de Allende. Located in El Jardin, it could pass for a cathedral, but is simply a parish church (parroquia as it is referred to by the locals). It is by no means a simple church. The church was built in the 17th century. The neo-Gothic multi towered façade... More

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South Freeport, Maine
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

We caught the free light show that apparently occurs on weekend evenings after sundown. One of the light projectors was a little shaky, which caused the projected images to shift about a foot on the surface of the church, but overall it was very interesting, in part because it gave the impression that the structure of the church itself was... More

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San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
Top Contributor
57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

Beautiful and inviting, no matter at what time during the day you visit this church. Just sit on a bench just across its main facade and let the minutes pass. You will listen to the many sounds of this beautiful town or engage in a conversation with somebody who you really don't know. Enjoy the mariachis, tunas, clowns and be... More

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New York City, New York
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6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

You will never get tired of sitting in the Jardin and spending hours just admiring the Parroquia and surrounding garden/buildings, not to mention the people, noise and festivities and even on occasion, the quiet.. More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Jarin and the picturesque views of the Parroquia from the square and/or Luna restaurant at the Rosewood Hotel. Wow. More

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san miguel de allende
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56 reviews 56 reviews
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33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

Amazing architecture , made by pink marble. One of the most beautiful world heritage site , the wood carving door and the interior is extravagant. More

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