Corregidora

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.Corregidora, located only 4 miles from the capital of the state, was named in honor of Doña Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez, a heroine of the Independence movement from Spain. The average temperature ranges from 64°F
to 71°F, and the altitude varies from 5905 to 7415 ft. above sea level.

Tourist Attractions:

• El Cerrito Pyramid, The Archeological Zone known as El Cerrito was the government seat of large national area in pre Hispanic Mesoamerica. Here, important sculptures, glyphs, calendars, gravestones and carved figures have been found. The area, dating back to the first century of our modern era, is under restoration.

• Our Lady del Pueblito Convent, This convent is found in the center of El Pueblito, where Our Lady del Pueblito,
  the patroness of Queretaro, is venerated.

• Our Lady of Schoenstatt Sanctuary, The Virgin of Schoenstatt is venerated in various parts of the world.
  Her sanctuaries are noted for having typical local vegetation. This peaceful spot is noted for being surrounded by the beautiful Queretaro countryside.

• Balvanera Polo & Country Club, A classic and well-kept club for golf, polo and equestrian enthusiasts.
  Year after year, international events are hosted here.

• Rancho Hostal SPA La Pitaya, is located between the cities of Santiago de Queretaro and Celaya, in the state's limits of Queretaro and Guanajuato. This place incorporates a new concept of active rest and SPA style relaxation wich is long recognized for the curative powers of its hot spring waters.

Festivities:

• Fiestas del Pueblito, The town's main festival is held in February, and Anniversary of the Crowning of the Virgin is celebrated in October.

Tasty regional Mexican dishes are the pride of Corregidora. Every kind of mole is presented, along with aromatic roasted pork, menudo or tripe soup, as well as tamales and atole a cornmeal drink., Corregidora is famous for elaborately hand-carved masks and exquisite fruits and flowers made of sugar from family recipes.

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