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The attractions of Zacatecas are as varied as the different facets of tremendous beauty of the city. Spreading across the majestic slopes of El Grillo and La Bufa Mountains, this city offers attractions that can satisfy even the most difficult to impress. Due to its extensive cultural background, Zacatecas is the home to many museums with incredible historic value. Its natural environment is ideal for people who love to take scenic strolls, allowing for the chance to explore the natural beauty of the area. Archeological sites and science-related themes can never be left out of any traveler's itinerary, nor from the "to do" list of fortunate visitors to this destination.

The gastronomy in Zacatecas is a mixture of assorted flavors, aromas and spices that help to create the most exquisite dishes a palate can demand. A short walk through the local plazas is all you need to capture the ambience and delicious smell, typical to this area. From very ancient times, the inhabitants of this region had beans and corn as their main staple food. Ingredients that were also used to prepare "tamales" (corn dumplings), "atoles" (beverage made with corn meal and hot milk or water, normally of various flavors) and tortillas, perfect complements to other traditional food such as the "guajolotes" (a species of turkey called "Central American Ocellated Turkey") seasoned with chili and "quelites" (wild Mexican greens).

If Zacatecas is a beautiful place to admire by day, when the night falls, it boasts of an inviting nightlife. On this city's streets, you will find discotheques and bars as assorted as their concepts. That's why there's a perfect option for everyone, whether you're looking for a type of music or a certain budget range. Here, there is fun and entertainment for everybody. Everything from a traditional Callejonada or Tamborazo Zacatecano to bohemian bars, perfectly adapted in one of the several colonial buildings, and a fancy club located in an old mine, where you can dance the night away.

When visiting Zacatecas, you'll probably wish your luggage had a bit more space. You might even end up with more bags, since the wide variety of shopping options that this city offers makes the idea of bringing many things back home a difficult one to resist. Due to its important mining tradition, Zacatecas features an endless number of stores where craftsmen sell authentic works of art made of gold, silver, precious stones and other metals. You can also find carvings made from pink quarry stone or leather, as well as woven or brightly embroidered cloth.