Morelia, the capital of Michoacán, is a city that wears its history in stone. Built in the 16th century and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, its historic center is filled with over 200 colonial-era buildings made from pink cantera, a soft volcanic stone that gives the city its distinct look. The centerpiece is the Morelia Cathedral, a massive baroque structure that took more than 80 years to complete and features twin towers that light up every Saturday night with a fireworks and music display.

Culture is woven into everyday life in Morelia. Music fills the streets during events like the Festival Internacional de Música de Morelia, held every November. Film lovers will appreciate the city’s role as host of the Morelia International Film Festival (FICM), which has become one of Mexico’s most important cultural events and a key platform for emerging filmmakers in Latin America.