Wrought-iron window grate in Pátzcuaro, Mexico 1167627600

Wrought-iron window grate in Pátzcuaro, Mexico

Wrought-iron window grate in Pátzcuaro, Mexico

Carved wooden windows are protected by a wrought-iron grate. The grate is decorated with flourishes on every other bar. Pátzcuaro is a small town in the highlands of Mexico in the state of Michoacán. The town predates the arrival of the Spaniards; the Purepecha people have lived in the area since at least 1324. Conquistadors claimed the area for Spain in 1540. The town is well-known for its indigenous heritage, expressed through traditional dances and handcrafted goods.

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