MEXICO  Mother of Texas

Here is a land of gorgeous sunshine; quaint, bygone ways of life; unsurpassable climate; picturesque scenery with an historical setting more romantic than fiction.

GUANAJUATO

No trip to Mexico is complete without a trip to Guanajuato, the scene of the immortal Hidalgo's victory over the Spanish force. The old Alhondiga de Granaditas, which his ragged hosts assaulted, is still the most imposing public edifice. Once, one of three greatest cities of the continent—now a rich mining camp. Her catacombs are the wonder of all.

GUADALAJARA

The "Pearl of the Occident," with a superb climate, picturesque environment and beautiful architecture; she is without a peer in all Mexico. Her impressive Basilica is justly famous. In the sacristy is Murillo's "Assumption," a jewel of world-wide interest. To the west of the city a sheer drop of 2,000 feet reveals the wonders of the tropics.

CUERNAVACA

The playground of the Montezumas, the favorite home of Cortez, the resort of every Viceroy, Emperor or President, and the pleasure ground of elite society today. The prehistoric ruins of Xochicalco and El Parque bear testimony to its early importance. Within sight of the hoary Cortez Palace and Cathedral is a modern Country Club, with up-to-date appointments, a golf course and spacious tennis courts, and baths that would adorn any city.

THE  MEXICAN  CENTRAL  RAILWAY  traverses 20 of the 27 states of the republic, and up this line alone is found the places and peoples that truly represent Mexican traditions, hopes and aspirations.

For general information and Free Illustrated Booklets address:

J. N. STRASSER, - San Antonio, Texas.

J. C. McDONALD, - La Mutua, Mexico, D. F.

How to cite:
" Advertisement ", Volume 012, Number 1, Southwestern Historical Quarterly Online, Page not available. http://www.tsha.utexas.edu/publications/journals/shq/online/v012/n1/back_9.html
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