September 23, 2011

Guadalajara, Mexico: Take a ride in a calandria cab; things to do

Take a ride in a calandria cab in Guadalajara, Mexico


The charming calandria horse-drawn carriages have been touring people around Guadalajara’s historic City Center since 1912. They were named for their original bright yellow color, which brings to mind a lark or a "calandria" bird. Now most of the carriages are white. Passengers board at stage stations downtown, then ride by colonial buildings, parks, squares, and mansions. Drivers relay the rich history of the city (most do not speak English). At one time there were 200 carriages, but now only 50 remain--they’ve been replaced by buses.

horse-drawn calandria cab in Guadalajara, Mexico
horse-drawn calandria cab in Guadalajara, Mexico



More things to do in Guadalajara.

More things to do in Mexico City.

More ideas for exploring Canada and Mexico.

image c2011 Carole Terwilliger Meyers

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