Encarnación de Díaz "La Chona" and her mummies | Los Altos de Jalisco 18
Explore Encarnación de Díaz, affectionately known as 'La Chona,' a hidden gem in Jalisco's Los Altos region. This charming town offers a unique blend of history, culture, and local flavors, from its neoclassical and Gothic churches to its renowned bakeries and distinctive mummy museum.
plaza principal
The main square of Encarnación de Díaz, featuring trees, a beautiful cantera stone kiosk, and the Nuestra Señora de Encarnación parish.
parroquia de Nuestra Señora de Encarnación
A 18th-century neoclassical parish church with a sober yet elegant interior, featuring wood and cantera stone adorned with gold.
parroquia de Jesús María y José
A smaller Gothic-style parish church with colorful towers and an interior filled with Gothic decorations, similar to churches found in Northern Europe.
gorditas Mayra
A local favorite roadside eatery offering popular gorditas made by hand with various fillings, as well as small chilaquiles.
pan Tejeda
An old bakery with over 100 years of tradition, known for its recognized products like corn gorditas and butter pastries, as well as savory options.
panteón antiguo de Encarnación de días
A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its architectural beauty, historical connections, and the traditional method of burial in catacombs.
Museo de Las ánimas
A museum showcasing mummified bodies, ancient artifacts, and daily objects from ancestors, offering a unique perspective on death and remembrance.
Antiguo panteón municipal de La Chona
The old municipal cemetery of La Chona, considered a monument to death and the connections between the living and the departed.
panteón municipal de Encarnación de días
The municipal cemetery of Encarnación de Díaz, notable for its continued use of catacomb burials and its historical significance as part of a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Templo del señor de la misericordia
A small but beautiful temple located in the center of the old cemetery, featuring a pleasant garden.