Centro Cultural El Refugio
Centro Cultural El Refugio
Centro Cultural El Refugio
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Franz K
28 contributions
Jan 2018 • Friends
Founded by the Catholic Bishop of Guadalajara in the early 19th Century, this palace for housing and raising local orphans covered acres of land, with fountains and magnificent multiple courtyards.
It is now home to revolving art exhibits from around the world, concerts, the Jalisco Ballet several times a year and the most important 'exhibit' the Frescoes of Clemente Orozco - one of the greatest Mexican muralists.
The former chapel and dormitory are covered in some 54 massive frescoes which depict the history of Mexico and the vision of the artist for the future and purpose of humankind.
Admission is almost free, and free one day a week.
It is at the end of the main pedestrian mall in Guad and the whole mall including the Cathedral and the Degollado Theatre deserve a visit as you amble.
It is now home to revolving art exhibits from around the world, concerts, the Jalisco Ballet several times a year and the most important 'exhibit' the Frescoes of Clemente Orozco - one of the greatest Mexican muralists.
The former chapel and dormitory are covered in some 54 massive frescoes which depict the history of Mexico and the vision of the artist for the future and purpose of humankind.
Admission is almost free, and free one day a week.
It is at the end of the main pedestrian mall in Guad and the whole mall including the Cathedral and the Degollado Theatre deserve a visit as you amble.
Written 1 April 2018
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Lou065
California4 contributions
Jul 2011
The construction and architecture of the buildings were incredible. We took lots of pictures of the government buildings and saw lots of beauty. We felt safe as we visited our daughter and husband who are doing mission work for 2 1/2 years in Guadalajara. It did calm our fears as we visited and stayed away from the border cities. We feel they are safe where they are at. Speaking Spanish or being with someone is a real plus as many smaller places don't have any English speaking people. We had a great time and will plan to do it again.
We also went to Guanajuato which was so impressive. It felt like a European town and had such beauty with the all different colored houses on the hillside along with the incredible architecture and color of the town itself. They have a Funicular and we rode that to the top of the mountain. It had such class, good restaurants and beauty. It's a must see.
We also went to Guanajuato which was so impressive. It felt like a European town and had such beauty with the all different colored houses on the hillside along with the incredible architecture and color of the town itself. They have a Funicular and we rode that to the top of the mountain. It had such class, good restaurants and beauty. It's a must see.
Written 13 July 2011
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Susymedina80
Apodaca, Mexico37 contributions
Jun 2018 • Friends
This used to be a psychiatric hospital there is a night drama/terror play that explains what used to happen there. This is a very recommended tour to take but this is only in Spanish but I think anyone can understand by only watching the play. It is scary but really good.
Written 28 June 2018
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packedandready2go
California1,036 contributions
Oct 2016 • Friends
This view pertains only to the ceramic museum that is housed adjacent to El Refugio. Every year for 40 or so years the Center holds a completion for ceramic artists from around Mexico. The museum houses many of the award winners from this competition. The work is fantastic. The level of talent in these pieces far exceeds what one can see in the regional museum of ceramic art on Calle Independencia. I can't speak about the rest of the Centro Cultural El Refugio but the ceramic museum there is fantastic.
Written 26 October 2016
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Katherine S
16 contributions
Aug 2016 • Business
Gates are open for special events. Ancient trees line the street. Bathrooms have been updated. Nice Reno.
Written 17 August 2016
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r w
United States40 contributions
Nov 2014 • Solo
On Saturday there are all of the markets, seemingly endless. I Took the touristy double decker busses (Tapatio Tours) all over the city. It was so cool! I don't speak Spanish well but was able to get along great. People were very friendly.Street food was great.
Written 21 October 2015
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jeffrey h
Kailua-Kona, HI543 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
TripAdvisor gives the impression that this community center is akin to an art museum. hence, we dutifully made the seven block walk to the Refugio. All this to find a guard and a basically empty space. Around the corner, the facility offered a chance for local children to learn to finger paint. This was only one of several disappointments in Tlaqupaque. You would be foolish to plan a night in this village, which is actually part of a suburb of GDL, based on a desire to enjoy this "museum."
Written 22 May 2015
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Pilar
Ridgewood, NJ96 contributions
This is a beautiful city, very interesting to see everyday life happen amidst such beautiful antiquity. Heavy wrought iron balconies and church doors, squares, churches, there's nothing I did not like about this culturally rich city. Very warm people, Excellent local food.
Written 18 October 2013
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C. K.
Houston, TX12 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
A truly immersive experience into the history of Tlaquepaque. Take the private tour, free but you should tip your guide. Learn the history. Experience the past.
Written 13 March 2023
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ram0nms
12 contributions
Feb 2020
Was able to see all of the art ceramic art work and the tour was informative with details. The guide answered all of out questions.
Written 23 February 2020
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