How had I never heard of Guanajuato? A reflection by MND’s summer intern
MND summer intern Jared Tucker didn't expect to travel much in Mexico. A 24-hour trip to Guanajuato changed his mind — and made him wonder why more Americans don't visit. The post How had I never heard of Guanajuato? A reflection by MND’s summer intern appeared first on Mexico News Daily
Traveling is a key aspect of the study abroad experience, yet the intern had never heard of Guanajuato. While Europe is easy to navigate via high-speed rail, Mexico's public transport system is surprisingly accessible without it. The intern, a journalism intern in San Miguel de Allende, never expected to travel much and was unaware of central Mexico's offerings.
Central Mexico is off the beaten path, with few having visited or wanting to go. The intern's only destination was Mexico City for the World Cup, which they experienced after just a few days in the country. After visiting Querétaro and San Miguel de Allende, the intern was shocked to find Guanajuato nearly untouched by international visitors.
The city's color, winding alleyways, tunnels, churches, food, and bars were breathtaking. Yet, despite being known for its Mexican visitors, Guanajuato remains an unknown gem to many Americans. With pristine coastline, Oaxaca, rainforest, and more cities to explore, the question remains: why do more Americans not visit Mexico?
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