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State of Guanajuato
Flag of State of Guanajuato
Flag
Coat of arms of State of Guanajuato
Coat of arms
Location within Mexico
Location within Mexico
Country Flag of Mexico.svg Mexico
Capital Guanajuato
Municipalities 46
Largest City León
Colonized 1520s
Area

Ranked 22nd
 • Total 30,491 km2 (11,773 sq mi)
Population
 (2005)
 • Total 4,893,812 (Ranked 6th)
Time zone UTC-6 (CST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
HDI (2004) 0.7662 - medium
Ranked 22nd
ISO 3166-2 MX-GUA
Postal abbr. Gto.
Website Guanajuato

Guanajuato is a state located in central Mexico. It is home to nearly 4.9 million people. The state's capital city is also called Guanajuato. The largest city in the state is León.


Exploring Guanajuato State

Guanajuato is a state in the heart of Mexico. It is known for its rich history and beautiful cities. The state was settled by Spanish explorers in the 1520s.

What is the Capital City?

The capital city of Guanajuato is Guanajuato City. It is famous for its colorful buildings and underground tunnels. These tunnels help cars and people move around the city.

Which is the Largest City?

León is the biggest city in Guanajuato. It is an important center for business and culture. Many people live and work in León.

How is Guanajuato Governed?

Guanajuato is led by a Governor. The current governor is Juan Manuel Oliva Ramirez. He belongs to the National Action Party (PAN). The state also has representatives in the Mexican government. These include Federal Deputies and Federal Senators.

What is the Size of Guanajuato?

Guanajuato covers an area of about 30,491 square kilometers. This makes it the 22nd largest state in Mexico.

How Many People Live Here?

According to a 2005 count, about 4,893,812 people live in Guanajuato. This makes it the 6th most populated state in Mexico.

What is the Time Zone?

Guanajuato uses the Central Standard Time (CST). During daylight saving time, it switches to Central Daylight Time (CDT).

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