On the same tour, visit both the restful agricultural town of Mascota – its bright red rooftops contrasting with the myriad greens of its surroundings – and nearby Talpa de Allende. Today this former pre-Hispanic capital attracts pilgrims from all over the world who come to give homage to the Virgin of Talpa at a church built in 1782. Colonial architecture and interesting museums make it a pleasure to explore, many Vallartenses tracing their roots to this area not so very long ago.
