Guadalajara
Climate Season
Profile of the City Location Located 337 miles to the west of México City, Guadalajara is located precisely in the center of the Mexican Republic and today, is the city most easily accessed both by land and air.
Minimum (ºF)
Maximum (ºF)
Spring
54
86
Summer
59
81
Autumn
54
77
Winter
46
72
Population
The city of Guadalajara is located in the state of Jalisco. It is bordered by Zapopan and Ixtlahuácan del Río to the north, to the east by Ixtlahuácan del Río and Tonalá, to the south by Tlaquepaque and to the west by Tlaquepaque and Zapopan. It occupies 117 sq. miles.
Guadalajara has 4,580,000 inhabitants.
Economic Activities These are found in all sectors: commercial, industrial, services, tourism, financial and agricultural.
Tourism
Air Transportation Guadalajara’s International Airport receives 34 international and 134 domestic flights daily. Airlines such as Continental, Mexicana, Aeroméxico, Delta Airlines, United Airlines, Allegro and Aviacsa, among others operate these flights.
Main Tourist Attractions of the City
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We can find the following attractions in the heart of the city: Plaza de Las Armas (Main Square), Government Palace, Metropolitan Cathedral, Guadalajara Square, Town Hall, “Rotonda de los Jaliscienses Ilustres” (Monument), Regional Museum, Plaza de La Liberación (Square), Palace of Congress, Palace of Justice, Santa María de Gracia Church, Degollado Theater, San Agustín Church, Belén Cemetery, Civil Hospital of Guadalajara and, majestic also, the majestic Cabañas Cultural Institute with its murals by José
Clemente Orozco, which was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997.
the Craftsman, the Sanctuary of the Sacred Heart, the Regional Museum, the Arco Botarell, the Enchanted Stone and the viewpoint at the Queen’s Hill (Cerro de la Reina).
Main Tourist Attractions in the Surrounding Area
Tlaquepaque Tlaquepaque is one of the most well known artisan centers in the country and the world. Here, visitors can see the “Refugio” Cultural Center, the Regional Museum, the Regional Museum of Pottery, the Sanctuary of Solitude, the Historic House, Hidalgo Park, Pantaleón Panduro Museum, and the dozens of art galleries on its cobbled streets downtown.
Lago de Chapala: The lake is an excellent place to relax, where you can enjoy outstanding weather year round. Tequila: Magical town where the traditional Mexican drink is produced. Mazamitla y Tapalpa: Area of mountains, where people go to relax and where you can practice extreme sports close to nature.
Shopping and Art
Exhibition and Convention Centers
Galerías Plaza, Plaza del Sol, Plaza México, Plaza Milenium, the Gran Plaza, Galería del Calzado, Centro Magno, Pabellón Acueducto, Centro Joyero and Expo Guadalajara (Exposition Center)
EXPO Guadalajara EXPO Guadalajara Av. Mariano Otero 1499 Col. Verde Valle, 44550 Guadalajara, Jal. Tel (33) 3343-3000 Fax (33) 3343-3030 www.expo-guadalajara.com
[email protected]
Explained Tourist Zones Zapopan In its historic center, visitors can see the Zapopan Basilica, which is the second most visited religious site in México as well as an architectural gem. One can also admire the “Arco de Ingreso”, Paseo Teopinzintli, Plaza de Las Américas (Square), Museum of Huichol Art, Municipal Palace, and the Santa Lucía and La Magdalena Haciendas. Tonalá In this pottery town, visitors can find a wide selection of handicrafts in family workshops. Worthy of visiting are the Calvario Chapel or Cruz Blanca (White Cross), the house of
Accessibility Time from the airport: 25 minutes Time from the bus station: 15 minutes 3
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Floor Plan
Hotels in the Vicinity Category
N° of Hotels
N° of Rooms
Grand Tourism
3
1,143
5 Star
2
179
4 Star
6
1,109
Total
10
2431
Restaurants in the Vicinity Santo Coyote Mexican Cuisine Tel. (33) 3616-8472
Karne Garibaldi Regional Cuisine Tel. (33) 3826-1286
La Camelia Mexican Cuisine Tel. (33) 33432274
La Estancia Gaucha Meats Tel. (33) 3122-9985
Exhibition Area Name of Meeting Room
El Pargo Sea Food Tel. (33) 3810-5285
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Area (sq. ft)
South Area 59,912 Central South Area 45,553 Central Area 62,388 Central North Area 56,446 North Area 40,106 Salon for Events 23,648 Lobby 1 11,001 Lobby 2 11,151 Lobby 3 3,864 Lobby 4 20,010 Lobby 5 7,642 Total Area for Exhibitions 341,722 sq. Ft.
Height of roof, (ft).
Floor Resistance (Kg. /sq. ft.)
24 24 24 24 24 20 33 47 12 21 10
418 418 418 418 418 465 465 465 46 46 465
Exhibitor Services
Special Area for Congresses, Conventions, Special Events and Banquets.
• Telephone • Internet • Videoconference • Electricity (110-220) • Additional Three phases Current. • Water and Drainage • Compressed Air • Hydraulic runner • Goods Lift • Courier Service • Catering
Name of Meeting Room
Banquet
Auditorium
Cocktail
Class Room
Area (sq. ft)
Height ft.
Setup Capacity
Special Events
1,500
2,000
2,000
720
23,654
20
Mueble 1
120
200
200
75
1,687
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Mueble 2
80
150
150
50
1,038
8
Moda
120
150
200
75
1,866
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Joya 1
50
60
70
25
577
8
Joya 2
50
60
70
25
744
8
Comercio
50
60
70
25
659
8
Construcción
50
60
70
25
659
8
Calzado 1
50
60
70
25
612
8
Calzado 2
50
60
70
25
581
8
Expo
N/A
N/A
250
N/A
2,854
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Visitor Services • Snack Bars • Restaurant • Cash Point • Bank • Travel Agency • Copy Center • Exportation Service and support • Courier Service • Facilities for Handicapped • Parking for 1,900 cars. • Bathrooms
Total area for congresses, conventions, special events and banquets: 34,929 sq. ft. N/A: Not available
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Useful Information: Government Offices and Support Services Jalisco State Tourism Office Secretaría de Turismo del Estado de Jalisco Av. Morelos 102 Plaza Tapatía 44100 Guadalajara, Jal. Tel (33) 3668-1600 to 01 Toll free (from México) 01-800-373-2200 www.jalisco.com.mx Guadalajara Convention & Visitors Bureau Oficina de Visitantes y Convenciones de Guadalajara A.C. Av. Vallarta 4095 Primer Piso 45040 Guadalajara, Jal. Tel (33) 3122-7544 Toll free (from México): 01-800-719-3545
[email protected] www.guadalajaramidestino.com
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