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Barranca de los Laureles
View of the plaza
View of the plaza
Country  Mexico
State Jalisco
Municipality Zacoalco de Torres
Elevation
1,460 m (4,790 ft)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 330
Time zone UTC-6 (Central Standard Time)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (Central Daylight Time)

Barranca de los Laureles is a town near the Municipal Seat of Zacoalco de Torres in State of Jalisco, Mexico. The town also has a Plaza were the residents use it to celebrate parties. The streets of La Barranca de los Laureles are paved with rocks. The population was 330 according to the 2020 census.

Fiesta de Marzo

According to the town residents, the town has an old celebration called "Fiesta de Marzo", which translates as "The March Party". It is held every year starting on March 17, and ending on the 19th. In this party, the residents of La Barranca de Los Laureles celebrate the way of life, and a big Castillo is fired and "bandas" play folkloric tunes. There are also trampolines for the children. Food is a special part of the party and tacos, smoked corns, and drinks are served. Many people from nearby towns such as Barranca de Santa Clara and Barranca de Otates also come to join on the celebrations.

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