Yahualica de González Gallo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Yahualica
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Town and municipality
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 Yahualica
Location in Jalisco
Yahualica
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
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| State | Jalisco | |
| Founded | 1542 | |
| Incorporated | 1824 | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Ayuntamiento | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 563.3 km2 (217.5 sq mi) | |
| • Town | 5.03 km2 (1.94 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,880 m (6,170 ft) | |
| Population
(2020 census)
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| • Total | 42,230 | |
| • Density | 74.969/km2 (194.17/sq mi) | |
| • Town | 28,330 | |
| • Town density | 5,632/km2 (14,587/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Alteño, Yahualisense | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central Standard Time) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (Central Daylight Time) | |
| Area code(s) | 344-784 | |
Yahualica is a town and a local government area (called a municipality) in the northeastern part of Jalisco, Mexico. It is one of the 125 municipalities that make up the state of Jalisco.
Yahualica covers about 563.3 square kilometers. It shares its borders with the state of Zacatecas. The name Yahualica likely comes from the Nahuas people. It might mean "the house of fog" or "the round place."
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History of Yahualica
Early Inhabitants and Spanish Arrival
In 1165, the Tecuexe people lived in this region. They later fought against the Aztecs for control of the land.
In the 1530s, Spanish explorers arrived. Cristóbal de Oñate led the Spanish who took control of the region.
Becoming a Municipality
In 1824, Yahualica officially became a municipality. This means it got its own local government.
Getting Around Yahualica
Local Transport
Yahualica has bus and taxi services for getting around. There are also highways that connect Yahualica to other places.
Major Highways
- Fed 71 and Jal 225 run through the municipality.
- Fed 78 goes south to Tepatitlán and north to Nochistlán.
- Jal 225 goes east to small farming communities like Huisquilco.
Nearby Airports
The closest airports are about a two-hour drive away. These include:
- Francisco Primo de Verdad National Airport (about 92 miles away)
- Aguascalientes International Airport (about 51.6 miles away)
- Guadalajara International Airport (about 53.2 miles away)
Yahualica's Economy
Yahualica has many ways people earn a living.
Farming and Animals
- Stockbreeding: Farmers raise cattle, horses, and pigs.
- Agriculture: Important crops include corn, sorghum, oats, chili peppers, beans, and peaches.
Food and Local Products
- Gastronomy: Traditional foods include birria (a spicy stew), spicy salsa, tostadas, and local candies.
- Chile de Arbol: This special chili pepper is famous in Yahualica. People say it's the best in the world because of its unique taste and spice. The soil, climate, and farming methods in the area make this chili special.
- Many families in Yahualica depend on growing chile de arbol. There are also many businesses that make hot sauces from this chili.
Other Industries
- Commerce: There are shops that sell everyday items and mixed businesses with various goods.
- Industry: Technology and manufacturing are important activities.
- Services: Many services are available, like professional, financial, and tourist services.
- Forestry: Oak plants are grown here.
- Mining: There are deposits of manganese, a type of metal.
- Fishing: People catch carp and tilapia fish.
Fun Places to Visit
Buildings and Sights
- The Main Square Plaza is a great place to see.
- The Toledo hotel.
- The Benito Juárez theater.
- The Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel Catholic church (you can see a picture of it at the top right of this page).
Sports Teams
Yahualica has soccer (futbol) teams.
- Club Deportivo De Los Altos and C.D. Salamanca play in the Third Division of Mexico.
- El Club Deportivo Gallos is another soccer team that plays in local and state tournaments.
Famous People from Yahualica
- José de Jesús González Gallo: A well-known politician.
- Juan Sandoval Íñiguez: A Roman Catholic cardinal.
- Antonio Martínez: A soccer player.
- Martín Vásquez: Another soccer player.
Yahualica in Stories
Yahualica is the setting for a famous novel called Al filo del agua. It was written by Agustín Yáñez.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Yahualica de González Gallo para niños
