From Guanajuato: Mines and Abandoned Farms (Mineral de Pozos)
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Mineral de Pozos, a former mining town in Guanajuato, played a crucial role in the economy of New Spain due to the abundance of minerals in its lands. For decades, the region's mines were an economic engine, and vestiges of that era are preserved in its abandoned mines and historic haciendas. The well-preserved colonial architecture reflects the Spanish influence, while the cobblestone streets and historic buildings tell the stories of a vibrant and culturally rich past. Mining tools and equipment, still visible in some mines, offer a glimpse into the arduous process of mineral extraction that sustained the region. Today, Mineral de Pozos not only preserves this legacy, but also invites visitors to learn more about Mexico's mining history and its impact on the formation of the country.
Duration
8 hours - 9 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - Japanese
- Human tour guide - English
- Human tour guide - Spanish
Points of Interest
Stop At: Antigua Escuela Modelo
Calle Centenario SN, Mineral de Pozos, Guanajuato
Built during the Porfiriato, the Escuela Modelo was a state-of-the-art educational centre in Mineral de Pozos, designed to instruct the children of mine workers and promote education in a region prosperous from mining. It represented a symbol of the effort to modernise Mexican society by offering technical and scientific education. Despite its decline after the mining decline in the early 20th century, its remains still reflect the importance of education in mining communities. Today, the Escuela Modelo stands as a historic site that recalls the strong relationship between education and industrial progress at the time.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mina El Triángulo
Centenario, Gto. 37915
The El Triángulo Mine, one of the most significant mines in Mineral de Pozos, was key to the extraction of silver and other minerals during the region's mining bonanza. Its name comes from the triangular shape of the main structure and its system of tunnels, which facilitated access to the mineral veins deep in the earth. This mine was an economic engine for the local community, providing work for hundreds of miners and contributing to the development of the region. Although it closed along with many other mines in the early 20th century, its ruins still bear witness to the intense activity that once surrounded it.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mina Cinco Señores
Mineral de Pozos, Gto. 37915
The 5 Señores Mine stands out as one of the most iconic mines in Mineral de Pozos, due to both its size and the wealth of the deposits it once offered. Its name refers to a local legend that links five gentlemen to the founding of the mine and its success in extracting silver and other minerals. Over the centuries, the mine established itself as one of the economic mainstays of the region, attracting workers from all over the country. Today, its ruins offer a window into the mining past of the place, allowing visitors to imagine the magnitude of the activity that took place there.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: mina centenario, mineral de pozos,guanajuato
58 Centenario, San Pedro de los Pozos, Gto. 37915
The Centenario Mine, named in commemoration of 100 years of Mexican independence, was one of the last major mines to operate in Mineral de Pozos before its decline. Renowned for the extraction of silver and gold, this mine reflects the mining boom in the region during the 19th century. With a complex system of tunnels and advanced machinery for its time, the Centenario Mine symbolised technological progress applied to the exploitation of natural resources. Although the mine ceased operations with the economic decline of the area, it remains an emblem of the mining prosperity that characterised Pozos.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Certified tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off with private transportation
Exclusions
- Mines tickets [Total extra cost around $ 300 MXN each person]
- Food
- Tips
Redemption Instructions
Before picking you up at the location you provided in the reservation our co-worker will contact you at the WhatsApp number we have registered, if there are 10 minutes to the start time and my co-worker has not written to your WhatsApp, called or picked up please can you write to my coordinator? To support you in knowing where the guide is, his name is Javier, just mention your name and which tour you have, his WhatsApp is: +52 4731063107.
Anything you need I am at your service on my WhatsApp: +52 4731810525. If the phone number I have in your reservation can not receive WhatsApp messages please provide me one that can, it is important for the start of the tour.
Traveler Pickup Information
One day before the tour, our administrator will communicate to the tourists' WhatsApp to provide them with details about the guide who will pick them up at their accommodation or at the address they provided.
It is important that the traveler has Whatsapp registered in order to maintain good communication at the beginning of the tour.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Guanajuato Vip in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Mineral de Pozos, a former mining town in Guanajuato, played a crucial role in the economy of New Spain due to the abundance of minerals in its lands. For decades, the region's mines were an economic engine, and vestiges of that era are preserved in its abandoned mines and historic haciendas. The well-preserved colonial architecture reflects the Spanish influence, while the cobblestone streets and historic buildings tell the stories of a vibrant and culturally rich past. Mining tools and equipment, still visible in some mines, offer a glimpse into the arduous process of mineral extraction that sustained the region. Today, Mineral de Pozos not only preserves this legacy, but also invites visitors to learn more about Mexico's mining history and its impact on the formation of the country.
Duration
8 hours - 9 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - Japanese
- Human tour guide - English
- Human tour guide - Spanish
Points of Interest
Stop At: Antigua Escuela Modelo
Calle Centenario SN, Mineral de Pozos, Guanajuato
Built during the Porfiriato, the Escuela Modelo was a state-of-the-art educational centre in Mineral de Pozos, designed to instruct the children of mine workers and promote education in a region prosperous from mining. It represented a symbol of the effort to modernise Mexican society by offering technical and scientific education. Despite its decline after the mining decline in the early 20th century, its remains still reflect the importance of education in mining communities. Today, the Escuela Modelo stands as a historic site that recalls the strong relationship between education and industrial progress at the time.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mina El Triángulo
Centenario, Gto. 37915
The El Triángulo Mine, one of the most significant mines in Mineral de Pozos, was key to the extraction of silver and other minerals during the region's mining bonanza. Its name comes from the triangular shape of the main structure and its system of tunnels, which facilitated access to the mineral veins deep in the earth. This mine was an economic engine for the local community, providing work for hundreds of miners and contributing to the development of the region. Although it closed along with many other mines in the early 20th century, its ruins still bear witness to the intense activity that once surrounded it.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mina Cinco Señores
Mineral de Pozos, Gto. 37915
The 5 Señores Mine stands out as one of the most iconic mines in Mineral de Pozos, due to both its size and the wealth of the deposits it once offered. Its name refers to a local legend that links five gentlemen to the founding of the mine and its success in extracting silver and other minerals. Over the centuries, the mine established itself as one of the economic mainstays of the region, attracting workers from all over the country. Today, its ruins offer a window into the mining past of the place, allowing visitors to imagine the magnitude of the activity that took place there.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: mina centenario, mineral de pozos,guanajuato
58 Centenario, San Pedro de los Pozos, Gto. 37915
The Centenario Mine, named in commemoration of 100 years of Mexican independence, was one of the last major mines to operate in Mineral de Pozos before its decline. Renowned for the extraction of silver and gold, this mine reflects the mining boom in the region during the 19th century. With a complex system of tunnels and advanced machinery for its time, the Centenario Mine symbolised technological progress applied to the exploitation of natural resources. Although the mine ceased operations with the economic decline of the area, it remains an emblem of the mining prosperity that characterised Pozos.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Certified tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off with private transportation
Exclusions
- Mines tickets [Total extra cost around $ 300 MXN each person]
- Food
- Tips
Redemption Instructions
Before picking you up at the location you provided in the reservation our co-worker will contact you at the WhatsApp number we have registered, if there are 10 minutes to the start time and my co-worker has not written to your WhatsApp, called or picked up please can you write to my coordinator? To support you in knowing where the guide is, his name is Javier, just mention your name and which tour you have, his WhatsApp is: +52 4731063107.
Anything you need I am at your service on my WhatsApp: +52 4731810525. If the phone number I have in your reservation can not receive WhatsApp messages please provide me one that can, it is important for the start of the tour.
Traveler Pickup Information
One day before the tour, our administrator will communicate to the tourists' WhatsApp to provide them with details about the guide who will pick them up at their accommodation or at the address they provided.
It is important that the traveler has Whatsapp registered in order to maintain good communication at the beginning of the tour.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Guanajuato Vip in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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