Western Mexico: A Traveller's Treasury

In western Mexico, far from the biggest resorts, Tony Burton has discovered a region that has retained the ancient culture and traditions, the Mexico behind the mask. This guide to the magic of western Mexico includes suggestions for day trips and longer overnight routes, all within three hours driving time of Guadalajara or Chapala, as well as three- and four-day trips. Included are historical places such as Lagos de Moreno and San Blas, artistic colonies such as Ajijic, lakeside communities like Chapala, ecological wonders including Manantlán and the monarch butterflies, coastal regions such as Barra de Navidad, Indian villages like Angahuan, and a host of others. The author provides all the details needed to find and enjoy the art, architecture, and archeology of the region, fiestas and folklore, unusual sights and natural wonders, and Indian villages and native handicrafts. No traveller to western Mexico should go without this relaxed and intimate guidebook.

"A sensitive, amusing, clearly written book, filled with interesting facts about history, geography and folklore, good clear maps, and a few very personal hotel and restaurant recommendations."—TravelMexico