Bernal, Querétaro facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bernal
Ma'hando (Otomian languages)
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Bernal and the Peña de Bernal
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State | Querétaro |
| Municipality | Ezequiel Montes |
| Founded | 1647 |
| Population | |
| • Total | 3,965 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
Bernal, officially known as San Sebastián Bernal, is a historic village in the Mexican state of Querétaro. Its name comes from the Basque word Vernal, meaning "place of stones or boulders." A Spanish soldier named Alonso Cabrera founded the village in 1642.
Bernal is about 40 minutes by car from Santiago de Querétaro, the state capital. It's also about two and a half hours from Mexico City. The village is part of the Ezequiel Montes municipality. It is close to other towns like Colón and Cadereyta.
The village is famous for its huge rock, the Peña de Bernal. This giant stone is the third tallest monolith on Earth.
What's in a Name?
The name Bernal has a special meaning. In the Otomi language, it's called "De'hendo." In the Chichimeca language, it's "Ma'hando." Both names mean "In the middle of two." This likely refers to its location.
A Magical Town
In 2005, Bernal received a special title: Pueblo Mágico. This means "Magical Town" in Spanish. The Mexican Secretariat of Tourism (SECTUR) gives this title to places that are unique.
Why is Bernal a Magical Town?
- It has special symbolic features.
- It is rich in legends and history.
- Important events have happened there.
- Its culture is very unique.
Being a "Magical Town" helps Bernal attract tourists. It shows how important its culture and history are.
Climate in Bernal
Bernal has a generally mild and pleasant climate. The weather is warm for most of the year. It gets some rain, especially during the summer months. Winters are usually dry and cool. This makes it a nice place to visit almost any time.
See also
In Spanish: Bernal (Querétaro) para niños
