23
kilometers from Uruapan
San
Lorenzo has a temple dedicated to the Saint that gives his name
to the town. This historical monument conserves its XVI century
façade with an atrium cross of 1823. The old Hospital's
chapel is found next to the temple; a simple nave with a two
part roof. The villagers, mainly the women, elaborate cross
stitch embroidered tablecloths and table napkins, as well as
rag dolls wearing indigenous clothing, carrying jars on their
back, mills, "molcajetes" , and "metates";
or representing activities and occupations; they are often used
to put up "nacimientos" of indigenous touch.
Festivities:
August 9 to 11 Festivity of the Lord of San Lorenzo
Altitude above sea level: 1,620 meters
Temperature Maximum: 16oC Minimum: 8oC
Handcrafts:
Textile blouses, purses, skirts, and embroideries with cross
stitch
Gastronomy:
Churipo, uchepos, and corundas.
We
recommend visiting:
XVI century Temple of San Lorenzo
La Huatapera
The Hospital's chapel with coffer, dedicated to the Immaculate
Conception of Mary.
  
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