Villages of Lake Patzcuaro

The small villages around Lake Patzcuaro each specialize in a different local craft. These include the communities of Janitzio, Ihuatzio, Tzintzuntzán, Quiroga, Tocuaro and Erongarícuaro.

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Patzcuaro: Doorway to Heaven

Colonial Pátzcuaro is a delightful destination in the coolness of the Michoacan hills. Attractions include the many regional wood, straw, clay, metal and textile crafts, visits to the Basilica, the regional museum and the nearby island of Janitzio located in Lake Patzcuaro. Patzcuaro is well noted for the celebrations of the Day of the Dead and Holy Week at Easter, with the attending crafts fairs and pageantry.

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Arts and Crafts

The arts and crafts of the Patzcuaro area are spectacular: carved wood crafts and furniture, woven straw and reed figures, colorful textiles and clay pottery.

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