Friday, December 16, 2005

Inside the Catedral de Guadalajara

The walls, ceilings and columns of this beautiful cathedral are made from white marble. The church is enormous and richly decorated. It is one of dozens of churches in downtown Guadalajara. A different church is easily visible from just about every vantage point. Posted by Picasa

Guadalajara Cathedral

The twin spires of the Basilica of Guadalajara. Posted by Picasa

The Market in Guadalajara Plaza

Hundreds of colourful candies and confections for sale in an indoor market where anything from shoes to clothing to every kind of fruit and vegetable imaginable can be purchased. Posted by Picasa

Handicrafts on Display

Sidewalk vendors offer their art for sale in Guadalajara Plaza. Posted by Picasa

Museo Regional

One of many museums displaying the art and history of Mexico. Posted by Picasa

Teatro Degollado

One of the many historical sites in Guadalajara Plaza. Posted by Picasa

Guadalajara, Mexico

I arrived in Guadalajara on Sunday, December 11. Guadalajara is one of the largest cities in Mexico, with a population of over 6 million people. The weather was great all week with mid-day temperatures in the 28C region and cloudless blue skies. Posted by Picasa