San Miguel de Allende, MX and area

I've been to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico four times in the last 2 years. There is definitely something special about SMA that keeps drawing me back -- and one day I plan on coming back for good.

For this trip the highlights included:

- Arriving on the day of festival dedicated to the patron saint of musicians and seeing a multitude of "happy" mariachis wandering and singing in the Jardin ... (more)

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Blue Fountain
A pretty fountain on a corner of an uphill street not far from El Centro.

El Pipila
El Pipila towers over the city of Guanajuato.

Temple de San Cayetano
Located on a scenic hilltop overlooking Guanajuato city.

Temple de San Cayetano Vista
Looking out past the walls of the Temple de San Cayetano in Guanajuato city.

Las Minas
Ruins of old mine buildings near Pozos.

Corner of Calle Colon
An interesting old gas pump on the corner of Colon street in San Miguel de...

Locals Market
Taken in the market area where the locals shop in San Miguel.

Bus Stop
A group waiting for a bus on a street corner in San Miguel de Allende.

Passing by The Monster
Infrared photography does interesting things to ivy on the walls of a home in...

Riding Past the Car Wash
A local man navigating the rough cobblestones roads of San Miguel de Allende.

Las Palmas
An infrared photo of a palm in Juarez Park.

Reading in the Quiet
A local reading the newspaper in a quiet corner of Juarez Park.

The Virgin and the Pope
Doorway with images of the Virgin Guadalupe and the Pope.

Owl
An owl perched in an alcove above an entryway near Casa Edberg in the Aldea.

Stairway View
Looking out the window near the stairs inside Casa Edberg (where we stayed).

Arches
Typical archways common in colonial Mexican architecture at Belles Artes.

Corn Harvest Mural
A mural reminiscent of Diego Rivera at the Belle Artes.

Night Walking
Strolling the streets at night in San Miguel de Allende.

Bouganvilla
Pretty closeup of the colorful bouganvilla found all over the city all year...

The Church and Convent of La Concepcion
The view walking up towards Calla Canal in the morning.

Birds at the Convent
Mornings were quiet and the birds were plentiful.

Yellow Posada
I adore the colorful buildings in San Miguel de Allende.

Angel at 132
Looking up at a handcarved angel on a wooden door.

Vase Fountain
An old (and dry) fountain on the corner.

Setting up for Business
A regular group of vendors we saw each day on this same corner.

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article published 3/14/2004

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Best weather
Carol, The photos are great. I heard abot SMdA last year and I'd really like to get a few single 55 plus women together and make the trip. Since you have been a few times, have you got any insight to share as to when the best time is to travel. Warm but not to hot!! Boston, MA
— Linda Astuto, January 10, 2008

SMdA - Camp for Kids?
Hi Carol, Thank you for sharing your beautiful photos. I'm going to SMdA w/ my two sons, ages 9 and 11 this August for a month. Can you recommend a day camp for them that offers 1/2 day programs, language classes & fun activities? Gracias a usted, Normandie
— normandie, June 19, 2007

i really like the photos! i been to SM a few times and it is beautiful...have u gone to Zacatecas? it's a beautiful place also.
— arod, October 17, 2006

Carol, I love your photos! We're are thinking of vacationing in San Miguel for 3 to 4 weeks this summer, putting my 8 and 10 year old in Spanish camp for a week or two. I gather that you think children might like vacationing there? Do you think this is too long of a stay? Love to hear your thoughts. Thanks, Patti
— patti, March 14, 2006

Hello from Holland!
Hello, my compliments for your nice website! Please come see my website and photos sometime? Best regards from Tom.

www.tomjutte.tk
— HereIsTom, October 11, 2005

your pictures are great my motherinlaw lives in la huerta a small town by san miguel and you captured great pictures from this residence not many people acnologizes that its there thanks alot
— stephanie, October 3, 2005

incredible
these pics are amazing!!! i went to sm 2 summers ago and i loved every bit of it. you captured it's essence and much more!
— sarah, September 2, 2005

Lovely - Really Lovely
I live in SM and I know exactly what you mean, whats holding you up? Just come, you won't regret it, I didn't!

Regards

Robin
— Robin Evans, June 21, 2005

Carol, Your wonderful photos capture the true magic and spirit of San Miguel. Thanks for recommending our rental agency, Vacation Homes San Miguel. May your photos inspire many to come and discover all San Miguel has to offer. Sincerely, Jennifer Rockett 5-14-2005
— Jennifer Rockett, May 14, 2005

Thanks for the Tour...we're coming
Carol, thanks for letting us see SMA!! My family (including 3 children 11, 8, 6)is thinking of moving to San Miguel for the school year. Would love some advice. Please write.

Paul
— Paul Goyette, May 24, 2004

Hi Carol, Lorraine recommended your website and she wasn't kidding.You are a fabulous photographer.. loved every piece.
— Jon J. Tan, March 23, 2004

Pictures from San Miguel Allende
Your pictures were absolutely fabulous. It makes me want to visit San Miguel Allende.
— sharon ackerman, March 15, 2004

Your photos are absolutely wonderful. Thanks for sharing them. It makes we want to visit San Miguel Allende.
— sharon ackerman, March 15, 2004

GREAT!
Wow, your photographs are astonishing. Way to use the colors like...sepia?...or whatever. Great Job, looks like you enjoyed yourself! I must someday journey to Mexico, myself! Thanks for sharing
— Josh, March 15, 2004

Great Travel Report !
Hi Carol, what a pleasure to view your fine travel report from Mexico. As always excellent pictures composition and you add such interesting information to the photos. Looks like "Rainy" is back from the winter retreat :) Have a save travel and many unforgettable moments too! Friendly regards, Rafal
— Rafal K Komierowski, March 15, 2004

Fabulous.....
These are great pics, & as Fred already said, gives one the 'feel & flavor' of the area... I can't wait to go there (hint....) - proud Maw ;o)
— Lorraine Brecht, March 15, 2004

Aldea Cat House
tee hee.... not a house of ill repute?? LOL
— Lorraine Brecht, March 15, 2004

Sisters
great pic..... don't suppose you can find them again to give them a copy?? ;o)- Maw
— Lorraine Brecht, March 15, 2004

Puerco de La Huerta
another wow.... love the caption & the pic.... kinda ominous.... ;o)
— Lorraine Brecht, March 15, 2004

Through the Arches
wow..... another one for the 'windows' site... ;o)
— Lorraine Brecht, March 15, 2004

Maria of the Mines
this one's great.... you should blow up & print & give her a copy, if you can find her again?? it's a keeper IMHO ;o) - Maw
— Lorraine Brecht, March 15, 2004

Window at Ruins
another one for kayes 'windows' site... ;o)
— Lorraine Brecht, March 15, 2004

The Perch
you should submit this one to kayes 'windows' site... ;o)
— Lorraine Brecht, March 15, 2004

Bus Stop
wow..... love that one.... Maw
— Lorraine Brecht, March 15, 2004

Temple de San Cayetano
I like the angle you took on this one.... ;o)
— Lorraine Brecht, March 15, 2004

Stupendous!
My Lord, Carol, once again you've set the standard for total coverage of a destination! Your use of virtual infra-red and other technically-intriguing methodologies has enabled you to furnish just the right mood for each shot -- a virtually poetic accomplishment not normally possible with a photo. Congratulations, and thanks for sharing your visual insights with us.
— Fred Perry, March 14, 2004