The murder of the municipal president of Uruapan, Carlos Manzo, which occurred during the Candle Festival, shook the municipality, one of the most emblematic cities of Michoacán.
Uruapan, known as the “avocado capital of the world,” not only stands out for its natural and cultural wealth, but also for its economic importance and its history marked by contrasts between tradition and violence.
What is Uruapan, Michoacán like?
Uruapan is one of the most important cities in Michoacán, recognized for its natural wealth, its Purépecha history and its role as an economic engine of the state. It is the second most populated city in Michoacán, with almost 300 thousand inhabitants, and is known throughout the world as the “avocado capital of the world” thanks to the quality and volume of its agricultural production.
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Located between Tierra Caliente and the Purépecha Plateau, Uruapan stands out for its cultural diversity, its traditional gastronomy—with dishes such as corundas, uchepos, churipo and regional atoles—, and for its role as a commercial and tourist center in western Mexico.
In its territory is the Barranca del Cupatitzio National Park, one of the most visited natural attractions in the state.
Its name has Purépecha roots and is commonly translated as “place where trees always have fruit” or “place of eternal spring,” which reflects the fertility and beauty of its environment. Its origin dates back to the 16th century, when the friar Juan de San Miguel founded the nine original neighborhoods that still preserve their identity and traditions, according to the Mexican government website.
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Despite its cultural and natural wealth, Uruapan also faces challenges related to insecurity and violence, as evidenced by the recent murder of its mayor, Carlos Manzo, which occurred during a public event.
This tragic event has once again put the city in the national spotlight, showing the contrast between its historical splendor and the problems that currently plague the region.
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