An intense downpour accompanied by hail surprised residents of the city of Durango on the afternoon of Saturday, July 12, causing severe damage to roads, urban infrastructure, and the power supply. The meteorological phenomenon occurred shortly after 3:00 p.m. and in a matter of minutes left streets flooded, vehicles stranded, and trees downed. Most Affected […]
Durango achieves global recognition from UNESCO for its Wixárika sacred site in Cerro Gordo
Durango received worldwide recognition when it was included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, along with the sacred site of Hauxa Manaka, located in Cerro Gordo, municipality of Pueblo Nuevo. This site is part of the Sacred Route of the Wixárika People to Wirikuta, which spans five states and protects spaces of great spiritual, historical, […]
“Mexico’s discovered gem”: Durango City celebrates 462 years
Durango was born as great dreams are born: with faith and hope in the future, said Mayor Bonifacio Herrera during the celebration of the city’s 462nd anniversary. From the corner of 5 de Febrero and Juárez streets, where the solemn proclamation took place, the mayor recalled that Durango, since its founding, has been a dream […]
More than 300 same-sex marriages celebrated in Durango in three years
With the aim of generating legislative proposals in favor of the rights of the LGBTTIQ+ community, the First Legislative Forum “Friendships in Congress” was held in the Durango State Congress. The event was led by Representative Delia Enríquez Arriaga and brought together representatives from the three branches of government, activists, and members of civil society. […]
Durango is betting on vertical housing as an urban development model.
For decades, Durango’s growth was characterized by horizontal expansion, with subdivisions advancing toward the outskirts, generating greater demand for services and transportation. However, in recent years, there has been a significant shift in the urban development model, with a growing acceptance of vertical housing as an alternative to densify the city’s central areas. This new […]
Everything is ready for the Francisco Villa 2025 Durango National Fair
The Francisco Villa Durango 2025 National Fair, better known as La Villista, is ready to welcome thousands of visitors from July 18 to August 3. Visitors from the Laguna Region, Sinaloa, Zacatecas, and throughout Durango will be able to enjoy a wide range of attractions, international shows, and cultural activities. At a press conference held […]
The Durango House of Culture will celebrate its 46th anniversary
The Durango House of Culture is approaching its 46th anniversary in Durango City. It also serves as the state’s arts center, serving as a prestigious space for the initiation and development of local artists through various programs and workshops. It also offers creative gatherings and artistic exhibitions within its universe. According to this significant space’s […]
The native animal of Durango that can be seen in rivers deep within the forest
One of the species that is born and grows in the Durango forest is this small animal that loves rivers and wooded and rocky areas. Like several mammals in the Durango forest, this native species prefers to stay as far away from civilization as possible and avoid approaching people, who can endanger its habitat. What […]
The small town in Durango whose surroundings were bought by a famous Hollywood actor
Places like the Durango forest, as well as its rivers, lakes, and hills, have inspired many activities, but without a doubt, what gave rise to these settings has been cinema. Durango is known as the Land of Cinema, as hundreds of films were once filmed, and these places captivated many artists, including an internationally renowned […]
Durango turns 452, and these are three things you didn’t know about its geography.
The city of Durango is about to celebrate the 452nd anniversary of its founding, and with it, we celebrate the formation of the Mexican state of Durango, one of the country’s 32 federal entities and the fourth largest. And even if you’re familiar with this state, you probably still don’t know several interesting facts about […]