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Monday, July 7, 2008

Jocotepec

Jocotepec is located in the state of Jalisco, approximately 40 kilometers south of Guadalajara and at the western end of Lake Chapala. Even at the elevation of 5130 feet, the presence of the lake provides for a year-round mild and pleasant micro-climate.

The village of Jocotepec (place of the plum trees) was founded in 1529. It is the county seat (municipio) for a number of smaller surrounding towns. It's a very typical Mexican town, and has traditionally been known for the quality serapes woven there. It features a large street market on Thursday mornings and an active mercado and plaza any day of the week.

Jocotepec is my favorite place to stay when I'm in the Lake Chapala area with a few inexpensive motels just east of town on the road to Chapala. We also have friends that live downtown.


Aerial view of Jocotepec


Jocotepec Plaza


Jocotepec Church on Plaza


Jocotepec Malecon on Lake Chapala
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5 comments:

  1. UnknownNovember 15, 2009 at 1:31 PM

    How do I acquire permission to use an image from this blog? Specifically Jocotepec Plaza.

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  2. sparks_mexNovember 16, 2009 at 7:34 AM

    I put no copyright on the fotos. Would be nice to know where you use it

    Thanks

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  3. UnknownNovember 16, 2009 at 8:46 AM

    HI, I've left messages all over for you! Would love to use the image for a one-time use for an award for the city. They are committing to become an LED City.

    I will give you photo credit and a pdf proof of the certificate.

    thanks!

    Denise

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  4. sparks_mexNovember 16, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    Thats fine. I've had no internet for over a day. Credits not necessary. I don't have your email and don't want to put mine here

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  5. AnonymousAugust 10, 2010 at 2:53 PM

    What is the best birria there?

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