Churches, architecture and public art in Guadalajara

Probably one of my very favorite things about Guadalajara is the massive amount of accessible, public art and the beautiful architecture. We walked a lot. First, the churches…there’s a church on every corner in Guadalajara. Seriously. There’s a ton. The Catholics really got a toe-hold in Mexico as they plundered across the country. But the buildings they built (or had the people build while they directed) are really incredible. Here are a few…



Muralist José Clemente Orozco left his mark in several places in Guadalajara. This one-handed artist believed in “art for the people” and painted his work in public places to ensure accessibility and visibility. In the government building is this historical mural in a staircase….


But Orozco’s most amazing work is visible at Cabañas Cultural Institute, sometimes called the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas." We spent quite a lot of time here just taking it all in. Inspiring.




Information about Guadalajara’s murals are here.

And then there’s just fun public art (and tons of it)…


And beauty…