Magical Town
Ures
A unique corner of Sonora brimming with history and charm that will lead you on a journey through time.
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What Makes It Magical
Missions, churches, hacienda estates, and stately mansions are all still standing in Ures, withstanding the passage of time. This Sonoran Magical Town’s historic legacy is its main attraction. Visiting Ures is like traveling into the past, towards the beginnings of the colonial era and the period of evangelization.
Echoes of the Jesuits’ work and its years as a colony still reverberate through the streets and buildings of this charming town set in the heart of Sonora. Moreover, it lies in a breathtaking natural setting, thanks to its proximity to the Sonora river and the Sierra Madre Occidental mountains.
Why You Should Go
Its Hacienda Estates
- Now a hotel and event space, Hacienda del Labrador is a stately, elegant space that tells of a distant past.
- Hacienda Bella Vista is unique for being crossed by a river.
- Hacienda Quinta Nápoles may be the most spectacular and best-preserved estate in the area. Tour its lush, leafy gardens and admire the beauty of its architecture and antiques.
At the Very Least
Enjoy a day hiking, riding horses, swimming, and the sweet smell of fresh air in Paseo El Gavilán, a tourist park and ranch near Ures.
Don’t Miss
- Visit San Miguel Arcángel church and mission, founded by the Jesuits. It is Ures’ historic treasure.
- Stroll Plaza Zaragoza and relax in the park’s gazebos and garden.
- Try panocha, a traditional regional treat made with peanuts. To make it, sugarcane is cooked until it crystalizes.
- See the former home of Coronel Ignacio Pesqueira. He was a famous officer in the campaigns waged against the Apaches and was Sonora’s governor four separate times.
- Visit the Museo Regional y Casa de la Cultura y las Artes, a combined museum and cultural center exhibiting a range of items, documents, and information about Ures’ history.