Cerro de San Pedro

Located 30 minutes east of the city of San Luis Potosí

Cerro de San Pedro as former Real de Minas was the one that gave rise to the current state capital, at the end of the 16th century. Nestled between barren hills, some of them with holes and old mine shots, today it is a village of “almost ghost” image ideal to discover in the company of friends or with family. In Cerro de San Pedro you can not miss the Parish Temple, dedicated to San Pedro Apóstol, the church of San Nicolás Tolentino, patron of the miners, and the Museum of Rocks and Minerals, where you will learn more about the activities that were carried out in this “real” during its time of greatest mining splendor. Take the opportunity to walk through its cobbled streets and learn about the cultural activities it offers such as the Cerro Festival, which takes place in March, and of course, try its delicious dishes: barbecue, carnitas, pork rinds and pork beans. And for dessert, a marshmallow or a tuna honey. But you can’t leave Cerro de San Pedro without first enjoying a mead, pulque, colonche or the famous mezcal.

KEY FEATURES:

Historic Mining Town: It was founded in 1583 as a Spanish colonial mining settlement for gold and silver and played a crucial role in the region’s mining history. In fact, it was the founding settlement of the state, and a symbol of its mineral-rich hill is prominent in the state’s coat of arms.

Present Day: While mining activity continues to some extent, the town’s focus has shifted towards tourism in recent years. You can explore the ruins, old buildings, and mining structures, remnants of its colonial past.

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