The word comes from Jerez, Xerez Arabic word meaning "place where vegetables abound", named after the first conquerors who came from Spain, and the resemblance to "Jerez de la Frontera", province of Spain.
It is a pleasant colonial country town gradually being populated by Canadian and US retirees, who appreciate the slower pace and lower altitude that translates into a warmer year-round climate. If you can, time your visit to coincide with the annual ten-day Spring Festival, celebrated around Easter with charreadas (rodeos), bullfights, bands and much tequila drinking. The climax is the Easter Saturday procession when they burn an effigy of Judas. Festivities around the Día de la Virgen de la Soledad (Sept 8–15) are also worthwhile with an opportunity to catch the Danzas de los Matlachines. At other times you can simply wander the pleasant colonial centre, visiting the Porfiriano-era Teatro Hinojosa, on Jardín Hidalgo, and the attractive church of Inmaculada Concepción just nearby.
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Sanctuary of solitude
Its construction began in 1805 and is dedicated to the patron saint of Jerez, according to tradition, was the subject of devotion and recognition by important military, thanks to his intercession in acts of war, so the Virgin Soledad of Jerez holds the post three times Generala, as indicated by the elements that holds (cane, command and bands).
Building "tower"
This property is built on the ground where once there was the first public school in Jerez. The master stonemason Fleece Damaso took over the design and construction of this building. All construction is tight, and the outdoor seating. The order of the building is a mixture of Romanesque, Gothic belonging to the Mozarabic and Mudejar.
Parish of the Immaculate Conception
Sober but elegant religious building constructed in the mid eighteenth century (c. 1747), in which it protrudes its Baroque facade white quarry, framing in two bodies of the four evangelists. Its interior has three naves with neoclassical elements, including the main altar, which is dedicated to the Immaculate Conception. Its unique tower Herrera style, in its two bell towers which contains from yesteryear call the parishioner to meditation and prayer of the religious and devout people.
Hinojosa theater
It was built between 1872 and 1878 by Jose Ma. Ortega, under the government of the political chief Jose Ma. Hinojosa. On the façade they make an appearance classic combinations five and three eloquent symbolism. For decades it was illuminated by carbide lamps that gave force to a large mirror on the ceiling.
In its operation, the site serves as a stage for all, both cultural and social activities and policies.
Panteon de Dolores
This place loses its lugubriousness to accommodate artistic appreciation that store and offer their mausoleums, whose names and surnames of those who occupy indicate the economic situation that they enjoyed in life.
Garden Rafael Paez
Built on grounds that he was the oldest market Jerez, this ride was designed by Rafael Paez.Adorns its center a beautiful Moorish kiosk and its corners four always fresh sources.
City Hall
One of the most historic buildings in Jerez turns out to be the City Hall, located on the west side of the Garden Rafael Paez, well known as Great Garden; two-storey building, and only part of the face is preserved as it was originally. Previously town hall built in the sixteenth century.
Humboldt Portal
It is located southeast side of the Main Plaza. It is a listed building that belonged to the Escobedo, rich and powerful merchants in the late nineteenth century built a strong commercial emporium of international features as their commercial exchanges carried to the United States and Europe with family. His name only the memory remains at the top of the building "National". As for the name of the portal, here he asserts that the German Baron Alexander Humboldt stayed at some point in their journey he did for our country.
Portal Inguanzo
It is a beautiful building quarry, located to the north-central side of the Main Plaza. The manor house was built in the late nineteenth century by Eulogio Inguanzo, owner of Hacienda Treasurer.
House Museum "Ramon Lopez Velarde"
Jerez typical modest home, where born the great poet Ramon Lopez Velarde (1888) author of Sweet Land. The house is set with furniture and decoration of the time it was inhabited by the Bard and it can be seen manuscripts and personal belongings of the great poet.
Touristic Centres
They have a spa called the "Daisies" green areas and water slide.
The Sierra de Cardos, where nature is manifested in all its splendor, La Presa Presa Treasurer and the Cargadero that are used for irrigation, fishing and as a source of entertainment center.
Crafts Jerez Magic Town
Saddlery, gold and silver jewelry, carved in different materials, iron, balconería forged metal, paint, wrought quarry, woodworking, bases mud pots and pans.
Gastronomy of Jerez Magic Town
It has the Asado de Boda Jerezano, Birria, BBQ, Chorizo Jerezano, Tongue Stuffed with sherry, Chile Lost addition cocadas, fibulas in syrup, ates apple, quince, sweet biznaga, sweet potato milk.
Festivities in Jerez Magic Town
In March-April it is held the greatest festival of Jerez town: the "Spring Fair", whose fame has deep roots and it is expected with anxiety and joy. One of the most attractive and popular events occurs the "Holy Saturday" with its massive parade and the "burning of Judas". With these celebrations begins the show and continues with the coronation of the queen, dances, serenades, bullfights, rodeos, fences, cultural and sporting events, parades, shows and rides over a week. You can not miss the traditional "Noche Bohemia," which is performed in the elderly Hinojosa theater, where lovers of the literary arts exhibit their inspirations, declamándolas in a purely bohemian atmosphere.
Activities in Jerez Magic Town
Historical tours, architectural, swimming, water sports, hiking and outdoor.
Its construction began in 1805 and is dedicated to the patron saint of Jerez, according to tradition, was the subject of devotion and recognition by important military, thanks to his intercession in acts of war, so the Virgin Soledad of Jerez holds the post three times Generala, as indicated by the elements that holds (cane, command and bands).
Building "tower"
This property is built on the ground where once there was the first public school in Jerez. The master stonemason Fleece Damaso took over the design and construction of this building. All construction is tight, and the outdoor seating. The order of the building is a mixture of Romanesque, Gothic belonging to the Mozarabic and Mudejar.
Parish of the Immaculate Conception
Sober but elegant religious building constructed in the mid eighteenth century (c. 1747), in which it protrudes its Baroque facade white quarry, framing in two bodies of the four evangelists. Its interior has three naves with neoclassical elements, including the main altar, which is dedicated to the Immaculate Conception. Its unique tower Herrera style, in its two bell towers which contains from yesteryear call the parishioner to meditation and prayer of the religious and devout people.
Hinojosa theater
It was built between 1872 and 1878 by Jose Ma. Ortega, under the government of the political chief Jose Ma. Hinojosa. On the façade they make an appearance classic combinations five and three eloquent symbolism. For decades it was illuminated by carbide lamps that gave force to a large mirror on the ceiling.
In its operation, the site serves as a stage for all, both cultural and social activities and policies.
Panteon de Dolores
This place loses its lugubriousness to accommodate artistic appreciation that store and offer their mausoleums, whose names and surnames of those who occupy indicate the economic situation that they enjoyed in life.
Garden Rafael Paez
Built on grounds that he was the oldest market Jerez, this ride was designed by Rafael Paez.Adorns its center a beautiful Moorish kiosk and its corners four always fresh sources.
City Hall
One of the most historic buildings in Jerez turns out to be the City Hall, located on the west side of the Garden Rafael Paez, well known as Great Garden; two-storey building, and only part of the face is preserved as it was originally. Previously town hall built in the sixteenth century.
Humboldt Portal
It is located southeast side of the Main Plaza. It is a listed building that belonged to the Escobedo, rich and powerful merchants in the late nineteenth century built a strong commercial emporium of international features as their commercial exchanges carried to the United States and Europe with family. His name only the memory remains at the top of the building "National". As for the name of the portal, here he asserts that the German Baron Alexander Humboldt stayed at some point in their journey he did for our country.
Portal Inguanzo
It is a beautiful building quarry, located to the north-central side of the Main Plaza. The manor house was built in the late nineteenth century by Eulogio Inguanzo, owner of Hacienda Treasurer.
House Museum "Ramon Lopez Velarde"
Jerez typical modest home, where born the great poet Ramon Lopez Velarde (1888) author of Sweet Land. The house is set with furniture and decoration of the time it was inhabited by the Bard and it can be seen manuscripts and personal belongings of the great poet.
Touristic Centres
They have a spa called the "Daisies" green areas and water slide.
The Sierra de Cardos, where nature is manifested in all its splendor, La Presa Presa Treasurer and the Cargadero that are used for irrigation, fishing and as a source of entertainment center.
Crafts Jerez Magic Town
Saddlery, gold and silver jewelry, carved in different materials, iron, balconería forged metal, paint, wrought quarry, woodworking, bases mud pots and pans.
Gastronomy of Jerez Magic Town
It has the Asado de Boda Jerezano, Birria, BBQ, Chorizo Jerezano, Tongue Stuffed with sherry, Chile Lost addition cocadas, fibulas in syrup, ates apple, quince, sweet biznaga, sweet potato milk.
Festivities in Jerez Magic Town
In March-April it is held the greatest festival of Jerez town: the "Spring Fair", whose fame has deep roots and it is expected with anxiety and joy. One of the most attractive and popular events occurs the "Holy Saturday" with its massive parade and the "burning of Judas". With these celebrations begins the show and continues with the coronation of the queen, dances, serenades, bullfights, rodeos, fences, cultural and sporting events, parades, shows and rides over a week. You can not miss the traditional "Noche Bohemia," which is performed in the elderly Hinojosa theater, where lovers of the literary arts exhibit their inspirations, declamándolas in a purely bohemian atmosphere.
Activities in Jerez Magic Town
Historical tours, architectural, swimming, water sports, hiking and outdoor.
Get There
50km southwest of Zacatecas, which is particularly lively on Sundays (market day). Buses to Jerez leave hourly from Zacatecas’s Central de Autobuses, and take about an hour.
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