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Guanajuato: Independence Route
This day trip explores the historical route of Mexican Independence, setting out from Guanajuato. Learn about the fight for freedom at the Museum of Independence. Then, travel to Dolores Hidalgo, the "Cradle of Independence." Here, visit the Parish of Nuestra Señora de los Dolores, where Miguel Hidalgo's famous call to arms occurred. Gain further insight at the Casa de Hidalgo Museum and the Museum of Independence. The town of Dolores is famous for it's ice-creams, with an unusual range of flavors which include ceviche, beer, tequila, avocado and pulpo amongst more traditional flavors. The journey continues to the Sanctuary of Atotonilco, known for its mural paintings and believed to be the source of Hidalgo's banner of the Virgin of Guadalupe.