"A Beautiful Old Silver Mining Community" Estado de Zacatecas by rmdw

Estado de Zacatecas Travel Guide: 156 reviews and 319 photos

The old buildings of Zacatecas - Estado de Zacatecas

Zacatecas is a beautiful and historic mining community in the middle of Mexico. Originating in the 1500's, Zacatecas has provided the motherland of Spain with huge amounts of silver.

If you'd like to learn more about the history of Zacatecas then click here.

Shopping in Zacatecas

Like many communities in Mexico, Zacatecas is a shopper's paradise. There are hundreds of stores to choose from as well as many streetside vendors.

Entering the Eden mine

Right within the city is an old mine called "El Eden". Tours are provided daily for a cost of just 30 pesos (approx. US$3) for adults. The 30 minute tour is most interesting and informative, even for those who don't speak Spanish. See my Mina El Eden travelogue below for more photos and information.

Pros and Cons

In a nutshell:Beautiful scenery and tremendous history

Last visit to Estado de Zacatecas: May 2004
Intro Updated May 12, 2004
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Reviews (9)

El Recoveco Restaurant - Estado de Zacatecas

A Great Restaurant in Zacatecas! Restaurants (1)

This restaurant came recommended to us by a local woman. Upstairs is a Mexican buffet but be aware that many of the... more travel advice

Taxi Service in Zacatecas Transportation (1)

Though Zacatecas is a walker's paradise you may eventually get fatigued, especially when walking up the many hills. We... more travel advice

Francisco Goitia Museum - Estado de Zacatecas

Francisco Goitia Museum Things to Do (4)

This museum was once the governor's mansion. It now serves as a museum with exhibits on the art and history of the... more travel advice

The Cathedral in Zacatecas - Estado de Zacatecas

The Zacatecas Cathedral Things to Do (4)

While you're in Zacatecas be sure to visit the magnificent cathedral. Before exploring inside take the time to carefully... more travel advice

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A Unique Dance Experience
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Comments (7)

nickandchris Apr 7, 2009 at 3:45 AM Report Abuse

Lovely architecture here. Shoe shine city, eh? I can't imagine so many people wanting to have their shoes cleaned.
calcaf38 Jun 18, 2007 at 6:28 PM Report Abuse

Thank you for your kind comments about my Centralia page. Your Zacatecas page is very interesting. Good photos and interesting texts.
Jim_Eliason Nov 24, 2005 at 4:43 PM Report Abuse

great tips!
travelgirl3 Dec 8, 2004 at 8:52 AM Report Abuse

Hi Robert, Very interesting Zacatecas Page. It must be very picturesque, tucked in the hills like that. The orange salsa sounds unusual, but delicious. Thanks for sharing.
JetlagCity Dec 4, 2004 at 9:08 PM Report Abuse

An entire block of shoe shine men - not what I would've expected! Great page - I'd really like to see a lot more of Mexico.
cachaseiro Jun 20, 2004 at 5:16 PM Report Abuse

now this is a page that brings back memories from zacatecas. and your writing about negro modelo makes me thirsty.
Sharrie May 30, 2004 at 6:08 AM Report Abuse

Amazing details on the Cathedral. What's the inside like?