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Morelia

Aristocrat of Colonial Cities Morelia is the capital city of the state of Michoacán and lies in the northeast portion of the state approximately 196 miles west of Mexico City and 228 miles southeast of Guadalajara.

The population is approximately 600,000 and growing rapidly.

Morelia is a colonial city boasting many fine examples of colonial Spanish architecture.

The city has a large university and a very active cultural scene as well as several language schools offering Spanish courses.

There is a wide selection of hotels, restaurants and cultural attractions as well as plenty of familiar sites for North Americans (from Ace Hardware to Wal-Mart, Costco or Sams club).

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