Alhóndiga de Granaditas
Monument · Guanajuato

Alhóndiga de Granaditas

Photo: Juan Carlos Fonseca Mata · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Built between 1798 and 1809 as a public granary, the Alhóndiga de Granaditas was stormed by insurgents in September 1810 in one of the first battles of Mexico's independence war. It now serves as a regional museum displaying artifacts and art. Look for the large murals by José Chávez Morado on the main staircase.

On day 7 of Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato in 7 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Small entry fee; check official sources for current prices.
Time needed
One to two hours.
Best time
Early morning to avoid school groups.
Getting there
Short walk from central Guanajuato plazas.

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Alhóndiga de Granaditas questions

What happened at the Alhóndiga de Granaditas?

It was the site of the first victory for independence forces in 1810.

Can you visit the Alhóndiga de Granaditas?

Yes, it operates as a museum with regular opening hours.

Are there guided tours at the Alhóndiga de Granaditas?

Guided tours may be offered; inquire at the entrance.

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