Pedro Escobedo
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.Pedro Escobedo, this town, named for native son Doctor Pedro Escobedo, is located 21 Miles, from the city of Queretaro and is 6299 ft above sea level. Its climate is subhumid with summer rains and an average temperature of 64° F.

Hacienda San Cirilo in Pedro Escobedo, Queretaro, MexicoPedro Escobedo is rich in architectural treasures, among them several beautiful haciendas like the Hacienda Epigmenio Gonzalez, Hacienda Cirilo, Hacienda Escolasticas and Hacienda El Sauz. Hacienda- Ajuchitlancito is noteworthy for a lovely granary reinforced by
seven buttresses.

Festivities:

  • Farm and Cantera Fair, The quarry rock caving workers show off their elaborate work during the month of May at this farm and artesan fair.

  • Fest of Virgen de Guadalupe, Townspeople wait in the streets to sing to their beloved Virgin of Guadalupe on December 11, the eve of her feast day. There are fireworks and all day dances on the 12th.

Street Typical of Pedro Escobedo in Queretaro, MexicoRoasting and serving carnitas or roasted pig is a pastime for someone, and the principal economic activities, Thus, this delicious traditional Mexican dish is a town favorite. Many in Pedro Escobedo work in cantera, that is, carving quarry rock into beautiful fountains and sculptures, which can be purchased in the neighboring community of Escolasticas.

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