booklet zacatecas 2014

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AIESEC en Zacatecas

Zacatecas - a traditional and magical city - is one of the most beautifulcities in Mexico. Capital of the state of the same name, carries a greathistorical history, such as facts: The capture of Zacatecas (La toma deZacatecas), in which, Francisco Villa, Pánfilo Natera and Felipe Angeleswere the protagonist of these historic moment.

It was founded 450 years ago, reason of why it is a beautiful &colloquial city, to the point that our city received the distinction of"Cultural Heritage" in 1994.

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neighboring statesGuanajuato is visited for its colonial architecture and its role inMexico's history, especially during the War of Independence.

Similarly, San Miguel has cultural and historical value. Both havebeen designated World Heritage Sites. the state is best knownfor the annual Festival Internacional Cervantino, which takesplace in the city of Guanajuato and some other affiliated venuesin the state. The event sponsors a large number of artistic andcultural events with artists invited from Mexico and other parts ofthe world.Distance from Zacatecas to Guanajuato 3 h 52 min (317.0 km)

San Luis PotosiThe state lies mostly on the Mexican Plateau, with the exceptionof the eastern part of the state, where the tableland breaksdown into the tropical valley of the Tampaon RiverThe State hasa unique position within the country, since it is located in

between three major cities; Mexico City, Monterrey, andGuadalajara, and near four major ports; Tampico, Altamira, Manzanillo, and Mazatlan. Its varied climate patterns andterritory along with extensive communications networks enabled itto maintain attractive business environments.

Distance from Zacatecas to San Luis Potosi 2 h 11 min (189.8 km)

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexican_Plateau

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexico_City

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monterrey

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guadalajara

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tampico,_Tamaulipas

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Altamira,_Tamaulipas

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manzanillo,_Colima

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mazatlan

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mazatlan

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manzanillo,_Colima

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Altamira,_Tamaulipas

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tampico,_Tamaulipas

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guadalajara

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monterrey

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexico_City

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexican_Plateau

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Festival_Internacional_Cervantino

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexican_War_of_Independence



neighboring statesDurango: It is known nationally and even internationally for tworeasons: one being that it is "the land of the scorpions" due to

the many species of scorpions in the state, especially in thecolonial areas, and second as "the land of cinema." Durangoconsists of geographical diversity which allows sports enthusiaststo participate in extreme sports such as kayaking, mountainbiking, abseiling, free climbing and more; Durango is also home toa quantity of gorges, and voluminous waterfalls that measure 80feet (24 m).

Distance from Zacatecas to Durango 4 h 9 min (350.1 km)

Aguascalientes: It is located in the middle of the country and isnow beginning to make a name for itself as an industrial powerwithin Mexico. Recently, its capital city has gained the reputationas a great destination for its superb colonial architecture visiblein the colonial centre, as well as the modernity and dynamism in

the outskirts. The city is also famed for its environment ofrelaxation, and for its safety and cleanliness, as it is oftendescribed by people when traveling to this part of the countryfor conventions or tourism.Distance Zacatecas to Aguascalientes1 h 30 min (118.1 km)

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Free_climbing

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waterfalls

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Free_climbing

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neighboring statesQueretaro: the state is one of the smallest in Mexico, but it is alsoone of the most heterogeneous geographically, with ecosystems

varying from deserts to tropical rainforest, especially in the SierraGorda, which is filled with microecosystems. Since the 1990s, thestate has promoted its tourism industry, with attendance atinternational forums, and building of hotels and otherinfrastructure. There are two areas declared as historicmonuments by the Mexican federal government, the historiccenter of Querétaro and the historic center of San Juan del Río.The historic center of Querétaro has been declared a World

Heritage Site by UNESCO. Distance from Zacatecas to Queretaro 4 h 27 min (395.8 km)

Jalisco: is one of the more important states in Mexico because of itsnatural resources as well as its history. Many of the characteristictraits of Mexican culture, particularly outside Mexico, are originallyfrom Jalisco, such as mariachi, ranchera music, birria, tequila, jaripeo, etc. Economically, it is ranked third in the country, with industriescentered in the Guadalajara metropolitan area, the second largestmetropolitan area in Mexico. The state is home to two significantindigenous populations, the Huichols and the Nahuas. There is also asignificant foreign population, mostly retirees from the United Statesand Canada, living in the Lake Chapala and Puerto Vallarta areas.Distance from Zacatecas to Guadalajara 3 h 52 min (340.6 km)

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sierra_Gorda


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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UNESCO

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexican_culture

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mariachi

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ranchera

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Birria

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tequila

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaripeo

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guadalajara_Metropolitan_Area

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Huichol_people

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nahua_peoples

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Chapala

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puerto_Vallarta

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puerto_Vallarta

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Chapala

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nahua_peoples

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Huichol_people

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guadalajara_Metropolitan_Area

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaripeo

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tequila

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Birria

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ranchera

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mariachi

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexican_culture


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UNESCO





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About zacatecasZacatecas is located in the north central part of Mexico its territory

integrates a variety of natural ecosystems animal species and different

herbolary.

It consists of a large number of cities and towns that preserve a rich mix of

pre-Hispanic and colonial traditions that offer a range of tourist attractions

that constantly develop an attitude toward the future.

Meet Zacatecas means discover the transfiguration of the converted silver

beautiful architecture. Zacatecas is a real example of tradition and cultural

vocation a place where the art museums architecture history and traditions

are live.

Because of its history and presence Zacatecas category consolidates its

colonial and modern city providing one of the most important for

understanding the development of northern Mexico guidelines.

A unique place full of beautiful architecture and history.



Zacatecas has an area of 75,520 square kilometers( km 2 ), therefore ranks eight nationally

The climate in the state of Zacatecas is mostly dry and semi-dry ,with an average annual temperature of 18 ° C and rainfall of less

than 800mm.



magical townsSombrerete: This town takes its name from the nearby anddominant hill "Sombreretillo, the way it has in tricorn hat of the

period, was founded in 1555 by Juan de Tolosa and initially wasnamed Villa de Llerena of San Juan Bautista and Real de Minasde Cap, with a reputation and inexhaustible potential gold andsilver deposits exploited since then.Bonnet is a place with multiple alternatives and close even thearchaeological adventure, such as that offered by the Altavistasite in Chalchihuites, located just one hour. Visit and enjoy thisdestination is truly: Magic.

Jerez: This peaceful town where the provincial atmosphere issavored, is known as the birthplace of the poet Ramón LópezVelarde, and became the first "Magic Town" from Zacatecas. Withthis status, since 2007 Jerez is promoted as a national andinternational tourist destination. Its location in a fertile agricultural

valley is framed by the natural beauty of the Sierra de Thistles,and has interesting attractions, it is possible to cross them feeland sense the air of Mexican province. Among the sites to bevisited in Jerez is the Kiosk in the main plaza, the HinojosaTheater, Shrine Parish and De la Torre iconic building. Also, arethe portals of Humboldt, of Inguanzo and Pigeon and its oldmansions known for their large courtyards, built in a beautiful andeclectic architecture, with a mixture of Gothic, Moorish andNeoclassical.



magical townsTeúl: Teúl (teotl) God is also an adjective that qualifieschichimecas as sacred, venerable, respectable (tetl) "Great

round stone" as others. "De González Ortega", because from1800 comes to an uncle of Gen. Teúl. J. Jesus Gonzalez Ortegawhich, given her teaching skills founds a school.The natural beauty and architecture that still holds, give it acolonial look of extraordinary simplicity and beauty. It is the onlymunicipality in the country that has two Holy Martyrs andprehispanic monuments of great importance. Declared as"Magical Towns" of Mexico, the month of April 2011.

Nochistlan: With this appointment, in November 2012, its level getsNochistlán and historical importance of old. This town, whosename can be understood as "place of tunas" or "place ofgrana", is located south of the state, at a distance of 220 km.state capital (2 ½ hrs.).

Traditions such as the feast of "papaquis" in honor of SanSebastián, which everyone calls "the güerito" and their famoustunes, performed by "jaraberos" seals are proud identity forlocals.Few places in Zacatecas has a tradition of having Nochistlánmariachis, here the best teams in the state and region originate.



gastronomy

Asado de boda: The name of this recipe is commemorative that the plate was especially served at thewedding of the state. It consists of a stewed pork with guajillo sauce and ancho chili. It is a robust dishquite spicy and the meat used is usually leg or pork tenderloin.

Enchiladas zacatecanas: A regional dish from Zacatecas, these enchiladas are known to be made withpork or cheese filling and a sauce made of poblano, guajillo or ancho peppers.

Tostadas jerezanas: Fried tortilla on which they put pork skins or pork´s fallopian ans accompanied by asauce that is made of tomate, onion, chilli, avocado and oregano for seasoning. The name of this regionaldish comes from a magical village in Zacatecas called Jerez.



trade and supermarketsArtesanias el patrocinio:

This assortment handicraft market is

located on the Cerro de La Bouffe on one side of the squarebounded by the Museo de la Toma de Zacatecas, the beautifulShrine of Our Lady of Patronage and monuments of the greatheroes of the Mexican Revolution. Offers from typical shirts withprints on the name and the attractions of the city to samplesweets, toys, pieces of jewelry and traditional harness that serveas great gifts or pieces of memory of a fun trip to Zacatecas

Casa de las artesanias.: Framed by the tranquility of the PlazuelaMiguel Auza and the impressive façade of the Old Church of St.Augustine, is this splendid showcase of goods representing themagnificent work of artisans Zacatecas and the excellent use ofnative materials from the region. You can admire and buy herefrom bright silver or colorful Huichol beadwork and leather pieces,beautiful sculptures to quarry and made with lovely designssources.

Centro Platero de Zacatecas: In Zacatecas there are plenty ofplaces where you can buy items made from silver extracted fromthe mines of this region, but one of the biggest and most famous isundoubtedly the Centro Platero de Zacatecas; Here you will finda wide variety of parts for its extraordinary beauty anddelicate process are true works of art, you are also backed bythe Zacatecas silver quality offers.



trade and supermarketsGüichito

: It is very common to walk the streets of the city of

Zacatecas in search of handicrafts, silverware and othercuriosities, but certainly have a look at the candy store Güichito issomething not to be missed. Here you will find the most deliciousand traditional sweets such as Jerez Zacatecas cocadas,marshmallows and charamuscas, guava and quince ates, orcheese and honey pear. Take and a "sweet" memory ofZacatecas and exquisite home.

Mercado González Ortega: In this market combines its majesticneoclassical architecture with extensive range of products thatcan be purchased. It is located next to the Cathedral and its roleas a market was until 1982, when he underwent a remodeling,leading to the elegant shopping center it is today. Apart from oneof the most popular shopping centers in Zacatecas, this buildingis also one of the major attractions of this jewel of colonialMexico.

Portal de Rosales: Throughout its ancient history, this site has beena quiet witness of battles and the architectural profile of thehistoric center of the beautiful city of Zacatecas. Today is a busyshopping center and a popular meeting place for youth and theeducated class that lives in the Zacatecas capital. In the Portalde Rosales is a multiple variety of shops and boutiques, finepastry shops and casual cafes. Special libraries, art galleries andsouvenir shops complete the range.



NightlifeDeniro club zacatecas: This is the biggest club in Zacatecas, hasgood lighting good musical environment. This ultra modern cluboffers young adults a nice selection of dance music, whichtransports them as if by magic from the 80s and 90s to thepresent day, with the maximum hits.

Ronnin club: For many young zacatecanos this place is one of thebest in town. Every weekend Ronin living in the fun with friends, inwhich the music captivates the senses and makes the body moveto be without power, then cool off with a drink of your spaciousand well-stocked bar. The atmosphere is relaxed, casualatmosphere with exceptional.

La Mina Club: This place could only find it in Zacatecas. La MinaClub is a perfectly conditioned nightclub inside the Mina El Eden.The lights that decorate this unique bar, together with its originalstructure, creating a mystical and fun environment.

M - BAR: It is the largest and most elegant bar of the state, it's abar where the high society of zacatecas attends to spend amoment to talk, or have a big party. The facilities are of thehighest quality.



NightlifeLa Diez Terrace Bar: In this great place, located in the historiccenter of the city where you can enjoy good food, drink andmusic in a relaxed atmosphere. Here you can invite coenar thatspecial someone or have an amazing talk with a good terraceamigo.la quieter around zacatecas.

Las Quince Letras In Las Quince Letras, the oldest in the city,canteen find everything you need for fun times with delicioussnacks, soft drinks and a party atmosphere that only thistraditional tavern Zacatecana offer. Its colonial structure togetherwith details of their tables and wooden bars make this place issomething different that can not be missed.

La Taberna del Minero It is the most famous tavern zacatecas foryoung, famous for good drinks and casual environment where youcan enjoy a good group talk among friends and coworkerspartners.

Callejoneadas tradicionales It would be unforgivable to visitZacatecas and not live the unique experience of walking thestreets and alleys at night glare accompanied the band issuedtheir music in traditional "Callejonadas" or "drumbeats Zacatecas",in that while wind instruments and drums sing the Marcha deZacatecas, which this destination is like a song, you can enjoy agood drink of mezcal and be part of this beautiful custom.



MuseumAbstract Art Museum

It was opened in 1998 and expanded in 2001, and enrolled in anineteenth century it was a Theological Seminary of and laterState Penitentiary. It has 15 permanent exhibition halls. The collection is made up: a retrospective of Manuel Felguérez,with more than 100 works, and a permanent collection ofabstract art, comprising over 120 works by local and foreignartists. Address: Colon s / n esq. Seminar Center, Zacatecas, Zac. Hours of Operation: Wednesday to Monday from 10 to 17 hrs.

Rest Tuesday

Rafael Coronel Museum

It is located in what was the former Convent of San Francisco deZacatecas, one of the oldest in the city and northern Mexico, itwas founded in the sixteenth century.

In its rooms it has an overview of Mexican folk art, highlighting theamazing collection of Mexican masks, considered the largest

collection of mask in the world having more than 10,000 piecesexposed. Address: Alley San Francisco s / n, (versus craft walker), CentroZacatecas, Zac.

Hours of Operation: Thursday to Tuesday from 10 to 17 hrs. RestWednesday



MuseumPedro Coronel Museum

Opened in 1983, is located in the old Colegio Grande de SanLuis Gonzaga, which was founded by the Jesuits in 1616, thismonument was remodeled with baroque ornamentation between1746 and 1750. The building houses a collection of world art, with more than1,300 pieces of Various Interests cultures with pieces from Greece,Rome, China, Tibet, Japan, Egypt, India, and various Hispaniccultures and colonial art. Address: Plaza Santo Domingo, Centro, Zacatecas, Zac. Hours of Operation: Open from 10:00 to 16:30 - Closed onThursdays

Viceregal Museum of Guadalupe

It is constructed in the College of Propaganda Fide (Propagationof the Faith) of Our Lady of Guadalupe, which operated from theeighteenth century to the early twentieth century. Here itconserves, researches and disseminates invaluable cultural

heritage that the school achieved in the “Franciscan treasure”,which is arranged in two main sections: the historical museumand art gallery.

Address: Garden JuárezOte. S / N, Guadalupe, Zac.

Hours of Operation: Daily from 09-18 hrs.



MuseumZacatecano Museum

Opened in 1995 and reopened in 2010, it is, next to the old

church of St. Augustine. Its rooms, besides the already known collection of Huichol artMertens, also home of the pieces of Fernando Frias Juárez, with itspopular altarpieces and religious images, particularly artistic ex-pression flowered in the nineteenth century; and Rafael Tovar VillaGordoa of forged irons from the colonial era. Address: Calle Dr. Iron 301, First Floor, Centro Zacatecas, Zac. Hours of Operation: Wednesday to Monday from 10 to 17 hrs. Rest

Tuesday

Francisco Goitia Museum

The museum is ubicated in a unique building surrounded by be-autiful and extensive gardens, which was designed and built toserve as the official residence of Governors. Finally, in 1978 the building became the property of the State Go-vernment, which agrees with the INBA to condition and Museum ex-

hibit permanently a splendid selection of works from the most pres-tigious artists originating in Zacatecas, representing together 100years of contemporary art production.

Address: 102 General Enrique Estrada, Col. Sierra de Alica, Cen-tro Zacatecas. Hours of Operation: Tuesday to Sunday from 10 to 17 hrs. RestMonday



MuseumToma de Zacatecas Museum

It was opened in 1984 to commemorate the 70th anniversary ofthe battle of “La toma de Zacatecas” and leave evidence ofwhat happened in our city. It is a simple museum, easy andpleasant journey. Its halls clothes and weapons used during the battle, machineguns, hand guns, and long-range cannon.

Address: The Esplanade hill of Bufa, Zacatecas, Zac. Hours of Operation: Open in weekends.

University Museum of Science of the Autonomous University ofZacatecas It has an exhibition of a permanent collection of apparatus forthe study of physics, cosmography, geography and engineeringof the nineteenth century, collected by the scientist JoséZacatecas Tree and Bonilla.

The museum opened its doors on October 11, 1983, the rector ofthe Autonomous University of Zacatecas. Address: 147 Garden Juárez, Historic Center, Zacatecas

Hours of Operation: Daily from 10:00 to 18:00 hours.



Basic words in spanishHola: Hi

Buenos días: Good Morning

Buenas tardes: Good afternoon Buenas noches: Good night

Yo soy…: I am… ¿Cómo estás?: How are you?

¿Qué onda?: What’s up? Estoy bien: I am fineGracias: Thank you

Por favor: Please Bienvenido: Welcome Adiós: Bye

Nos vemos: See you Tengo hambre: I am hungry Felicidades: Cogratulations

Vamos a comer algo: Let´s eat something

Vamos a tomar algo: Let’s drink something ¿Cuánto cuesta?: How much is it? Yo quiero: I want

Yo no quiero: I don’t want to Café: Coffee

Agua: Water Dinero: Money

Pan: Bread Refresco: Soda

Ver: See Muy bien: Very well Excelente: Excelent

¿Necesitas ayuda?: You need help? ¿Cuántos años tienes?: How old are you?

¿Cuánto tiempo llevas aquí?: How long haveyou been here? ¿Cuál es el problema?: What’s the problem? ¿Cómo puedo llegar...?: How can I go to…?

te quiero: I love you



What time does it open / close?

Banks mon fri 9:00 16:00

Shopping mon-sun 9:00-21:00



Financial informationThe currency is mexican peso (MXN).

You can bring U.S. dollars or traveler's checks and exchange them in the airport or in some bank.

Credit cards are accepted in many places, but you should also carry some money with you.Visa and Mastercard are the most popular credit cards in Mexico.



ELECTRECITYElectrical current supply is o 240 vohs, wall sockets have got two flat o. parallel slots and aground hole. It is convenient to tavel with an adaptor to avoid problems related to

the usage of electrical equipment.

Medical servicesRemember you must come with Medical Insurance valid in Mexico for the total periodo ofyou intership. If you nedd a doctor, just call a AIESEC member, if you need to get to a hospital in a hurryand there is no one from to LC, then you call you insurance number and ask for help(ambulance) . they will probably ask for you insurance numero, name and address, so youhave to keep that in mind in case of emergency!



telephony

Mexico counts and extense net of public telephons, from diferent companies. Most work whit prepaidpone card taht are soul in magazine booths, apartment stores and retail in preces that range from $30 to$500 pesos. You can call local,national, international and cell pones numbers whit these card.

From intenational calls you most press 09 + contry code + city code + local number.

Main city codes Zacatecas. Zac. 492

Mexico city , Df. 55

Aguscalintes, Ags 449

Queretaro, Qro.442

Guadalajara Jal. 33

Monterrey , N.L. 81

Guanajuato. Gto. 473

Chihuhu,Chih. 614

Cordova, Ver. 271

Ciudad juarez, Chih. 656

Cuernavaca, Mor. 777

Culiacan , Sin. 667

Leon,Gto. 447

Mérida. Yuc. 999

Puebla, Pue. 222

Villa hermosa, Tab.993



Cost guide

MXN USD

Movie ticket 54.00 3.98

Theater ticket 120.00 8.86

Laundry One kilo) 16.00 1.18

one trip on collective bus 6.50 0.48

cover at a club 50.00 3.69

beer at a bar 25.00 1.84

soda can in supermarket 8.00 0.59

hamburger, fries and soda 55.00 4.06

family size pizza 110.00 8.12

three course meal 55.00 4.06

big mac combo 65.00 4.80



Hygienic habitsBrush and floss after each meal.

Usually, shower before going to party or social activities. Take at least one shower a day.

Safety tipsDon’t leave objects at eyesight. Don’t carry too much money or valuable ítems. Avoid opening your wallet on public places and buses and counting your money. Avoid standing alone in deserted streets, specially at night.



Social habitsPossibility of not attending social activities without informing.

Kissing a girl or a guy you just met in the dancing club is normal and acceptable in the mexi-can cultura.

Most mexicans do not take seriously punctuality for social events. One hour late for a party isnormal.

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