Guanajuato (state) Facts for Kids

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State of Guanajuato

Flag	Coat of arms

Location within Mexico

Country

Capital

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
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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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Altos de Guanajuato
Cerro Culiacán from Jaral del Progreso
Lake Yuriria
Farmland in the Bajío
Chupícuaro statuette at the Louvre
San Agustín de Yuriria Convent, founded by the Augustinians in 1550.
Jaral de Berrios, one of the most important haciendas of the colonial era.
Plaza Mayor de Guanajuato, view of the main square of Guanajuato, c. 1836 Carl Nebel
Trolley passing in front of the San Diego Church in Guanajuato, 1907
Orphaned Polish children in Santa Rosa, Guanajuato that arrived with a larger group of refugees during the Second World War.
Rayas mine near the city of Guanajuato
The bola de agua in Celaya; the water tower is an icon of the city.
Hidalgo Street in San Miguel de Allende
Mummies at the Museo de las Momias
Viacrucis in Santa Ana, Guanajuato
A birria dish served at the Mercado Hidalgo in Guanajuato
View of the main building of the University of Guanajuato
A car and pedestrian pass in a tunnel under Guanajuato city
Peralta archeological site
One of the structures at the Plazuelas archeological site