Guadalajara is an interesting travel destination that is both traditional and modern at the same time. The city is full of not-to-be-missed sights and attractions, such as:

Metropolitan Cathedral:A true emblem of the city of Guadalajara, the Metropolitan Cathedral displays several architectural forms in the most fascinating manner. The construction of the cathedral began in 1561 but was consecrated in 1616. The inside of the cathedral is decorated with splendid sculptures and wonderful altarpieces belonging to the neoclassical period.

Regional Museum of Guadalajara:This museum is the best place to catch a glimpse of the Mexican history. The 14 rooms of the museum feature architectural objects of pre-Columbian period, millenarian fossils, colonial paintings and volumes of documents and objects of great cultural importance.

Plaza de Armas: This historical site was the heart of the city till the XX century. Offering a perfect view of the Palace of Government and the Historic Centre, the Plaza de Armas features Greco Latin sculptures on each of its four corners and a French pavilion where bands perform for cheerful soirees.

Municipal Palace: Built between 1949 and 1952, the Municipal Palace was designed by Vicente Mendiola who provided the palace with its portals, corridors, arches, Toscana columns and a central patio. The pre-dominant feature of this palace is its typical neoclassical style.

Guadalajara is a perfect place to experience the best Mexico vacation. One of the largest cities in the country, Guadalajara abounds in great accommodation options of varying types. Even though the city is home to about 300 hotels belonging to different categories, the occupancy rate remains close to 75-95% during most part of the year. Some of the best areas to stay in Guadalajara include:

Expo-Guadalajara:A great convention centre that plays host to several national and international events, the Expo-Guadalajara is home to a large concentration of lodging options in the city. Some of the most notable hotels in the vicinity include the Presidente Intercontinental, Guadalajara Plaza Expo, Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza and Hotel Vista Plaza del sol.

Lopez Mateos:One of the main avenues of Guadalajara, a large number of hotels offering a comprehensive range of services and amenities can be found along the Lopez Mateos. Best lodging options near the avenue include the Holiday Inn Select, the most scenic Quinta Real and Fiesta Americana.

All nationals intending to visit Guadalajara must possess a passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry. Exception being the nationals of South Africa who need a passport that is valid for at least one year.

Nationals of US, UK, Canada, Australia and South Africa who are in possession of tourist card or FMT form do not need a visa for stays of up to 180 days in Mexico. The tourist car or FMT form is issued free of cost by the airlines.

With warm days and reasonable humidity, summer season is a great time to visit Guadalajara. Rain is unheard of during February and March, whereas quite infrequent during the rainy season that begins in November and ends in May. However, the rains only tend to refresh the overall climate, making this season a good time to visit the city. Avoid August and September if one can as hurricanes and tropical storms are frequent during these months.

Owing to its elevated situation, Guadalajara enjoys a mild and spring-like climate all through the year. April and May are the hottest months when the temperature reaches as high as 35 degree Celsius. The coldest months of December and January experience mild days but bitter cold nights. The temperatures in winter hover in the range of 25-5 degree Celsius.

Currency:The official currency of Mexico is the Mexico Peso. Foreign currency can be easily exchanged in the city, especially US Dollars and Euro. Most commercial establishments, hotels, restaurants and shops accept credit cards. Still, it would be wiser to carry along some local currency to take care of minor expenses.

Language:Spanish, the native language of Mexico, is spoken by the majority of the population. English too is spoken by the locals in varying degrees.