Planning a visit to Mexico’s heartland of creative culture, San Miguel de Allende? This vibrant city in eastern Guanajuato is famous for its celebrations, where the streets come alive all year round.

A stroll through San Miguel de Allende immediately reveals why it’s beloved by all who visit. Its historic centre features thousands of doors that reveal hidden courtyards and artisan studios, and intimate cobblestone streets lined with fragrant bougainvillea and intricate wrought iron gates. A popular honeymoon spot, several rooftop bars offer sweeping panoramic views of the city’s skyline where domed cathedrals dovetail with surrounding hills. Within this blissful setting resides a community that frequently gets together for occasions ranging from thousand-year-old religious traditions to raucous parades.