Located in the heart of the Tiger Hill ( Sierra del Tigre) in Sierra Madre Occidental, this place is called the "Switzerland of Mexico".
It is an excellent place for the people who are looking to enjoy a mountain retreat.
Mazamitla is located 122 kn (75.8 miles) from Guadalajara which is the capitol of the state of Jalisco.
The town is connected to Colima and Michoacan by state road 110 and is three hours to the Pacific coast.
Average temperature is 20 C (68 F). The altitude is 2,240 M (7,349 FT).
471 years ago, the town was founded by the Terascos people. They also went to Michoacan.
Many places were named by the Michoacan people in their native language.
The climate in this green zone of the Sierra Madres is semi-dry and semi-warm.
Anual rainfall is 91 - 122 cubic inches. The rainy season starts in June and continues through September.
The winter has precipitation from November to February.
The climate does require winter clothing year round
but the sunny afternoons generally brings temperatures up to bring 70's during the summer months.
Air conditioning is not required. The houses are traditionally heated by fireplace but gas is also available as well as
all other utilities (electric, phone, cable, etc.)
The land is rich and fertile giving wonderful opportunity for gardening, orchards and excellent pasture land for cattle.
Mazamitla offers excellent restaurants, hotels, cabanas, and various artisians.
Entertainment offers equestrian activities, ATV rentals, as well as night clubs and dancing.
The following are a sampling of some of the communities found near Mazamitla:
La Toscana Golf & Country Club
Tecolote, the Community of the "Owl"
