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La Prieta Mine
La Prieta Mine, recognized as the place where Hidalgo del Parral was founded and where it was founded. Currently out of operation, there...
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Hidalgo del Parral: Magic Town
Hidalgo del Parral, a Magical Town and the Cultural Capital of the State of Chihuahua, is a protected monument area. Its mining heritage and prolific mineral production earned it the title of the Capital of Nueva Vizcaya. Recognized by the King of Spain as the 'Silver Capital of the World,' it holds a rich historical significance.
Some History
The King of Spain, Felipe IV, named Hidalgo del Parral as "Silver Capital of the World". Legends say that the veins of silver were so abundant that "they seemed to spring from the ground itself."
Places to Visit
Local culture
Food
From here come the sweets made with burnt milk, seasoned with pine nuts, almonds and walnuts. The modest breads called “Rayadas” whose delight is precisely the sugar streak that adds a sweet flavor.
Religion
The most representative church in Hidalgo del Parral is the Cathedral, dedicated to the Virgin of Guadalupe. Here, the serenades to dawn on December 12, the sale of sweet bread with champurrado and hot chocolate, will give the warm note to this important celebration.
Tradition and customs
In this recently recognized Magical Town, the arts have been privileged since colonial times. Surely the love for this beautiful song sharpened the ear of Carlos Montemayor, the award-winning writer, essayist, poet, translator and tenor. He is the National Prize winner for Sciences and Arts.
Cultural heritage
In Parral, since colonial times it has been characterized by the fact that its citizens are interested in the arts in all its representations, the Hidalgo theater was inaugurated presenting the opera Aida. The Palacio Alvarado Cultural Center and the Griensen House are forums for the Jornadas Villistas and concerts, book presentations, and talks are held throughout the year.
Around the main square are the Temple of San José and the historical archive of Chihuahua.
Hidalgo Theater
Hidalgo del Parral
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