Salvatierra community, is located in the Valley of Guatzindeo, etymology Indian name meaning "place of beautiful vegetation." It was the first community that was elevated to city status in the Guanajuato region, in the year of 1644. Salvatierra is a place that holds beautiful examples of religious and civil architecture, with plenty of bridges, farms, convents and old houses, which will provide a great distinction and traditional atmosphere. The place came with a population almost entirely of Spaniards. That was precisely one of the factors that take into account the Viceroy of New Spain, to raise to the rank from city to the ancient community of San Andrés Shoshone. Of all the towns in the state of Guanajuato, it was the first to receive such a distinction. In the second part of the sixteenth century, the Augustinian order was established in Salvatierra and they were indeed responsible for building a splendid monastery complex. Some vestiges of the latter can still be visited in the nearby community of San Nicolas de los Agustinos. Moreover, the Dominicans, founded a single "hospital of Indians", which are still preserved temple with its atrium and several bays.

Among the main attractions are there in Salvatierra, should be highlighted, for example, the Parish of Salvatierra, the Monastery of Carmen, the Portal column, the Convent of San Francisco, Plaza de Toros, the Bridge and the Ex Hacienda de Batanes, the Temple and former Convent of the Capuchins and the Mercado Hidalgo. Activities in Salvatierra recommend depth knowledge of the craft traditions of Salvatierra. On this site embroidered tablecloths and napkins beautiful and curious work frayed and paper mache figures are made. An attractive place to buy handicrafts, is located at kilometer 6, following the Salvatierra-Yuriria road in the community of San Pedro de los Naranjos. There can be achieved jugs, lamps, power jarritos, and many more items. Good to know that, in much of this region, a temperate climate is perceived with an annual temperature of 18 degrees Celsius, with abundant rains in summer. It is one of the factors that make it so pleasant to visit this part of Guanajuato.

Another relevant aspects of the city of Salvatierra, is having a of the few examples of architecture for female monasticism in Guanajuato territory. The building complex of this type, involved a special category for cities that possessed. Opened in 1778, the convent of the Capuchin, in Salvatierra, preserves its baroque projection, even more evident in his admirable main cloister. Salvatierra is a generous place in beautiful examples of religious and civil architecture, but also in bridges, farms and convents , which contribute to form the pleasant atmosphere of the city. It is not uncommon to find in the houses of Salvatierra, arcaded courtyards and varied styles as well as perceive the environment fresh scent of lemon. It is also remarkable the large number of farms is in Salvatierra and nearby areas. It is about 300 buildings of this type, all of great historical and touristic value. For details as above and for their cultural, historical and architectural treasures, Salvatierra is projected as one of the top destinations of Guanajuato. Travelling around this town, also it leads to different natural landscapes, well-suited for family living or for fun with friends. In fact, in certain months of the year, in some parts of the region, you can go fishing. For example, 7 kilometers of Salvatierra, following a dirt path, you come to a place known as The Tizar. At other times there was mined sand and today the river widens and forms a kind of beaches on both sides. It is a place of great potential for ecotourism that many travelers take advantage.