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Querétaro (full
name Santiago de Querétaro) is the capital city of the Mexican
state of Querétaro. It was founded in 1531. Its historic centre
is a World Heritage Site. According to tradition, Querétaro
was founded on 25 July 1531. On this date Spanish Conquistador Hernán
Pérez Bocanegra y Córdoba arrived with Otomí Indian
Conín, the chief Jilotepec, to found the town of Querétaro.
He is said to have won without resorting to arms after seeing a vision
of the Cross and Saint James the Great ("Santiago"), after whom the city
was named. In 1656 the city was re-named "The Noble and Loyal City
of Santiago of Querétaro", by Viceroy the Duke of Alburquerque.
The title was confirmed in 1712 by King Philip V of Spain. In 1726
an aqueduct was constructed which furnished the city's water until 1970...
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Hacienda Jurica, Querétaro ***
The
Hotel Hacienda Jurica is a timeless sanctuary for shedding the tensions
of modern daily life. built on the grounds of a 16th-century estate, the
Hotel Hacienda Jurica is located outside Queretaro, approximately 230 kilometers
north of Mexico City, Mexico. The Hotel Hacienda Jurica offers an array
of amenities for the business traveler. There are 11 meeting rooms in addition
to a business center. On the leisure front, guests can play tennis, swim
in the outdoor pool or horseback ride. A gameroom is also on hand. A typical
morning begins with a complimentary continental breakfast. Los Hules, the
hotel's main restaurant, serves traditional Mexican cuisine and international
dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Weekend breakfast buffets, Saturday
afternoon barbecues and Sunday buffets with live music also are offered.
The hotel has 182 guestrooms designed with a colonial influence. Rooms
combine the traditions of Colonial Mexico with modern amenities. |
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Mision
Juriquilla, Querétaro **1/2
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Misión Querétaro Juriquilla is located 15 kilometers from
historic downtown Querétaro in central Mexico. Querétaro,
the capital of Querétaro state, is famous for its 18th century aqueduct
and numerous colonial landmarks. The aqueduct has gained national recognition
as the symbol of the city. Built of local sandstone, its highest arch soars
75 feet above current- day street level. The aqueduct was put into service
in 1738, furnishing water to the convents and filling the public fountains.
Guests will surely want to visit the Plaza de la Independencia, known locally
as Plaza de los Perros in honor of the four stone dogs that flank the central
fountain. Outdoor cafes line the perimeter of the plaza and wide walkways
lead from the plaza to the main streets of downtown Querétaro. |
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