Best of Taxco de Alarcón
Taxco’s heritage is anchored by the 18th-century Borda House, focusing on silver mining history, and the Humboldt House, which displays viceregal art in a restored colonial mansion. The William Spratling Museum houses a collection of nearly 300 pre-Hispanic archaeological artifacts. For panoramic views of the city’s red-tiled roofs and the Santa Prisca Church, visit the hilltop Christ Monument and the Mirador observation point located on the outskirts of the town.
Christ Monument
The tall statue overlooks Taxco as a still memorial of Christian roots of the contemporary Mexican society. The view is great from here.
Borda House
The beautiful historical building houses a small exhibition dedicated to local history, particularly the silver mining and trade.
William Spratling Museum
The William Spratling Museum is a museum in Taxco, Guerrero, Mexico. The museum contains 293 archeological pieces that were part of William…
Mirador
High-altitude observation point offering panoramic views of the Guerrero mountain range and the town's colonial architecture. It provides a clear perspective of the white-walled buildings and the twin towers of the Santa Prisca Church.
Humboldt House
Officially called Museum of Viceregal Art, this is where Humboldt spent one night.
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