Dolores Hidalgo, the Town That Woke Up to a Revolution
Unleash the spirit of Mexican Independence in Dolores Hidalgo, birthplace of revolution. Explore historic sites, marvel at Talavera pottery, and immerse yourself in the echoes of a nation's fight for freedom.
Dolores Hidalgo, a town nestled at an altitude of 1,980 meters above sea level, carries a name that invokes both the Virgin Mary and the Father of the Homeland, Hidalgo. Located on the federal highway 110 between San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato, this historic gem awaits your visit. So, fasten your seat belts, fellow travelers, because Dolores Hidalgo is where it all began—the birthplace of National Independence.
History buffs, prepare to have your minds blown! It was in Dolores where Miguel Hidalgo, the hero of the Mexican Independence movement, set foot on October 3, 1803. He took over the curato (a religious office) left vacant by his late brother Joaquin. And it didn't stop there. Hidalgo went on to establish a school of arts and crafts in Dolores the following year, which would later produce the weapons for the first insurgent army. Talk about a revolutionary art class!
