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My second trip to Saltillo included the Museo del Desierto. Many locals recommend this museum to visit. As an independent author in which my book project was specifically on the Chihuahuan Desert, this museum offers excellent exhibits of the Chihuahuan Desert, the largest in North America. The paleontology exhibits are very deep here and the Chihuahuan Desert is very rich in discovery of many dinosaurs and periods existing in the area. But that's just one major part of this museum. The geological exhibits here are the creme of the crop, they definitely steal the show. I have never seen a spectacular display of rocks, minerals, and precious gems. Also to note, the reptile exhibit is pretty amazing as well, every type of rattlesnake found in these southern and southwest regions are here, including Guila Monsters. Also there is a Mexican Wolves exhibit which are very rare, and endangered. Plan on spending a long time at this amazing location, it is a very large museum and has a very diverse offering of exhibits. You will not be disappointed!

This museum is amazing! So many natural history wonders, and most fossils found locally! The crystal cave exhibit was breathtaking, the mineral and gemstone section was gorgeous, the animals on display are well kept and look happy/healthy, the history of the Mexican people was well represented, you can observe cave drawings and take a step through the many eras of earth’s history, and they had many live activities to observe as well as an outdoor area with live animals as well. I really enjoyed seeing the paleontology lab. The gift shop is well stocked, there is a cactus exhibit annd nursery you can purchase from, snacks annd drinks are available to purchase, and there are many guides on staff to answer questions. It truly is a fascinating place, and everyone who visits and/or lives in Coahuila should take the time to soak in the wonders of this spectacular museum!

Fantastic Museum. Lots of geology, history, and paleontology. Displays that bring the past to life. Well worth the visit. Also a great idea of what to do with that old car 🤣

I would recommend this museum to anyone who is visiting Saltillo. Lots to see, even some reptiles and animals. They have a large display of minerals and crystals. There is also a cactus nursery where you can buy 🌵.

Absolute fantastic museum. It's quite large and shines the spotlight on the history of the earth. The biggest theme is paleontology and dinosaurs. The Coahuilaceratops was found here in the region. There's also a reptilian section with Mexican snakes, some bats, turtles, coyotes and impressive mountain goats. tough the exponats aren't described in english, some of the staff speaks it.

Very good natural history museum, lots of things to see for kids and adults. Loved the paleontology and minerals section of the museum. We had fun as a family. The parking machine is not the most reliable and useful, it only takes small Mexican bills so you’re forced to go back and get change.

Guide Raymond made this visit ultra special for us! The collection, the presentation, the AV usage are all par excellence!

Exquisite cathedral with so much beautiful history. The architecture is breathtaking. The art is simply stunning. The people of Saltillo are warm, inviting and so kind. I appreciated that the cathedral stays open for all to admire, appreciate, worship, meditate, and to learn. Thank you. It is truly a work of religious art and complete mastery of color, design, craftsmanship and devotion.

Interesting old cathedral. Painted not stained glass. Not too ornate inside but exterior stonework is exceptional.

Incredible and stunning old world styled catherdral.

Good price, tasty food and kind waitresses

Beautiful old cathedral built in the mid to late 1700s

Stopped here on the way to Monterrey, stunning and beautiful in person , it was worth the stop just to see it and take pics.

Beautifull Cathedral to get to know learn the story behind and appreciate decorations made by local indians. Culture, Heritage and Knowledge.

nice place

(Translated by Google) One of the things I have discovered about Saltillo is that it has incredible museums open to the general public, where you will have the exhibitions to yourself. The building is an old house, perfectly preserved, with beautiful murals and several exhibition rooms. The staff is very attentive, they guided me through the exhibitions, provided brochures and lit up a room, it was an incredible experience. (Original) Una de las cosas que he descubierto de Saltillo, es que cuenta con increibles museos abiertos al publico en general, en donde vas a tener las exhibiciones para ti solo. El edificio es una casona antigua, perfectamente preservada, con hermosos murales y varias salas de exhibicion. El personal es muy atento, me hicieron guia de la exhibiciónes, proporcionaron folletos y prendieron una sala, fue una experiencia increible.

(Translated by Google) A center steeped in history and excellent for hosting official events. (Original) Un centro con mucha historia y excelente para organizar eventos oficiales.

(Translated by Google) I attended an event, I didn't have the chance to explore the place but the part I did see was beautiful. (Original) Asistí a un evento,no tuve la oportunidad de explorar el lugar pero estaba hermosa la parte que pude ver.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place. It's free, the people in charge are very friendly, it has a table to leave things at the entrance, as I arrived with some purchases and for convenience I left them, the mural is beautiful, it took two years to make, practically the entire place is hand painted as a timeline. If you are lucky there will be an event during your visit. Don't forget to take a look at the library. (Original) Hermoso lugar. Es gratis, las personas encargadas son muy amables, tiene una mesa para dejar cosas en la entrada como yo que llegue con algunas compras y por comodidad los dejé, el mural es hermoso se tardó dos años en hacer es prácticamente todo el lugar pintado a mano como línea del tiempo. Si tienes suerte habrá algún evento en tu visita. No olvides echar vistazo a la biblioteca.

(Translated by Google) Excellent ideal place to visit with the family, the exhibitions I saw were great, it is worth it. (Original) Excelente lugar ideal para visitar con la familia, las exposiciones que vi geniales, vale la pena.

(Translated by Google) The artistic contribution of Elena Huerta is a great introduction to understanding the history of Saltillo, without a doubt, a mandatory stop when arriving in this city. (Original) El aporte artístico de Elena Huerta es una gran introducción a entender la historia de Saltillo, sin duda, una parada obligada al llegar a esta ciudad.

It’s not so big but enough for me to know about the Mexican Birds. Well organized place.

Very good museum to learn about birds living in Mexico and southwest United States.

Very nice museum, lots of things to see and learn. The content of the gallery in itself was plentiful. If you expect to see living birds, this may not be it (only had 3 living samples outdoors). Would strongly encourage you to pay a visit if you are in town.

Amazing collection of birds. Takes you through the evolution of dinosaurs into birds and many species of both extinct and living birds. The space itself is dignified and beautiful. Hummingbirds feast in the courtyard amd it is a great spot for birding.

Very small but interesting place about the birds of Mexico but needs more live birds.

Beautiful building, awesome displays, friendly people, affordable and educational.

It is very well done. Lots of information. Modern technology (Touch Monitors everywhere). However, you can get through it in 1-2h.

A very nice park to take a walk with your dog. The lake was closed due maintenance

Great place to go walk and enjoy the different walk ways. Plus a beautiful pond with a nice fountain and you can rent paddle boats and have fun. Also great food vendors. Come and enjoy Alameda Zaragoza

There is not much to do in this park besides a few minutes walk, but worths the visit. Playground is nice if you have kids.

Beautiful place to go and just enjoy a nice evening or afternoon. Full of culture and places to learn. It's a safe place to go with family and friends.

Great place for the family and good views, there's a lot of markets

Quiet place to take a walk and relax with family and friends!

Free WiFi it was convinience

Small museum but free and has a beautiful collection of textiles, very informative about the history of sarapes and process of creation (exhibits in Spanish), friendly guides, and a nice collection of clothing from different regions of México.

It will take about a half hour only to see this small museum but the cloths on display are interesting.

If you want to know why the name of the local Beisbal team, this is the place you want to visit.

Such a good time! Everyone is so nice. If you are in town or nearby it is worth the time and the drive.

Cool spot to check out along with the numerous other museums in the city. Loved seeing all the different sarape styles and clothing. It's free to enter. We even got to learn how to make our own bracelets using the techniques used in making sarapes. I totally recommend checking it out.

It’s not as big as I thought it would be, but the art pieces there are beautiful! The museum is worth visiting. I loved all the textiles. I just wish the gift shop carried more products relating to the sarape.

Wonderful free museum. Shows off the unique Sarapes local to Saltillo! Must stop for any visitor and tourist.

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Beautiful place!!

It was interesting.

(Translated by Google) Very illustrative, take your time to read everything and delve into the story (Original) Muy ilustrativo, dense su tiempo para leer todo y adentrarse en la historia

(Translated by Google) Excellent place to visit with the family, free admission. There's a small plane inside, and they beautifully depict the most relevant historical events of the time. We always come back, thank you ✨🫶🏼 (Original) Excelente lugar para acudir en familia, entrada gratuita. Hay una avioneta en el interior y representan muy bien los hechos históricos más relevantes de la época. Siempre volvemos, gracias ✨🫶🏼

(Translated by Google) The Museum of the Mexican Revolution reminds us that there were many revolutions at the same time in different parts of our Mexico. The north of Francisco Villa and the south of Emilio Zapata were a part of the geography. Coahuila and Francisco I Madero, Venustiano Carranza. The Flores Magón brothers the creation of institutions and an outstanding debt SEDATU. Take your time and slow down so you can read and feel each of the rooms of a historic building near the main square of the Center of Saltillo. I share some photographs, just a few, visit it, it is highly recommended. Enjoy Saltillo Coahuila (Original) El Museo de la Revolución mexicana, nos recuerda que fueron muchas revoluciones al mismo tiempo en distintas partes de nuestro México. El norte de Francisco Villa y el sur de Emilio Zapata fueron una parte de la geografía. Coahuila y Francisco I Madero, Venustiano Carranza. Los hermanos Flores Magón la creación de instituciones y una deuda pendiete SEDATU. Tomen su tiempo y ralenticen para que lean y sientan cada una de las salas de un edificio histórico cerca de la plaza de armas del Centró de Saltillo. Les comparto algunas fotografías, solo algunas, visitenlo es muy recomendado. Disfruten Saltillo Coahuila

(Translated by Google) Very interesting! If you like history or ancient things, you should definitely go there. It's quite spacious, with tons of information and historical artifacts, although it would definitely be much easier to explore the museum with a guide. It would help you avoid having to read all the information (which is quite a lot) and it could be even more informative to see the images and/or artifacts. (Original) Muy interesante! Si te gusta la historia o las cosas antiguas definitivamente deberías ir ahí. Es bastante espacioso, con muchísima información y objetos de la historia, aunque definitivamente con un guía sería mucho más fácil explorar el museo, te ayudaría a no tener que leer toda la información (que es bastante) con la que cuenta el museo y podría ser incluso más ilustrativo al ver las imágenes y/u objetos

(Translated by Google) This place is worth a visit. We visited on a weekend and they treated us very well. I especially highlight the room with the murals and Venustiano Carranza, which is a very interesting space. I think we have to maintain the museums and promote them better. (Original) Vale la pena dársela vuelta en este lugar. Lo visitamos un fin de semana y nos atendieron muy bien. Destaco en especial la sala de los murales y sobre Venustiano Carranza que es un espacio muy interesante. Creo que hay que darle mantenimiento a los museos y hacer mejor promoción de los mismos.

(Translated by Google) Well maintained, the mural room is very beautiful. Free entry and no waiting. (Original) Bien cuidado, la sala de los murales es muy bella. Entrada gratuita y sin esperas.

(Translated by Google) Excellent museum to visit (Original) Excelente museo para visitar

(Translated by Google) Very good service (Original) muy buena atención

(Translated by Google) A very well-founded cultural space with excellent design. I loved it (Original) Un espacio de cultura muy bien fundamentado y con excelente diseño. Me encanto

(Translated by Google) Small but well complete museum. It is very nice, the staff is very friendly. (Original) Pequeño pero bien completo museo. Es muy bonito, el personal muy amable.

Great place to walk around..great place for young children..

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(Translated by Google) Beautiful place, nice to visit with the family, alone or with someone, haha. Beautiful for people who like old architecture. And the beautiful towns and cities of Mexico. (Original) Bello lugar, agradable para visitar con la familia, solo o acompañado, jaja. Precioso para las personas que les gusta la arquitectura antigua. Y los bellos pueblos y cuidades de México.

(Translated by Google) The Government Palace of the State of Coahuila is one of the most beautiful buildings you will find in the beautiful and colonial center of the city of Saltillo, capital of the state. Its uniform quarry façade is beautiful and the Plaza de la Nueva Tlaxcala in front of the property gives it greater presence. The sculpture that celebrates the roots of the city's native population during its founding completes an imposing and highly aesthetic picture. (Original) El Palacio del Gobierno del Estado de Coahuila, es uno de los edificios más hermosos que encontrarás en el bello y colonial centro de la ciudad de Saltillo, capital del estado. Su fachada de cantera uniforme es bellísima y la Plaza de la Nueva Tlaxcala frente al inmueble le da mayor presencia. Termina de formar un cuadro imponente y de alta estética la escultura que celebra las raíces de la población autóctona de la ciudad durante la fundación de la misma.

(Translated by Google) This place is very nice. You feel like you're in colonial times when you walk through these streets and admire the structures. (Original) Es muy lindo este lugar. Te sientes en la época colonial cuando caminas por estas calles y admiras las estructuras.

(Translated by Google) Small, but very nice museum, with many exhibit pieces, with a pleasant tour. (Original) Pequeño, pero muy bonito museo, con muchas piezas de exhibición, con un agradable recorrido.

(Translated by Google) Entertaining and quite a story about Coahuila gathered in one from its beginnings to today Very updated (Original) Entretenido y bastante historia acerca de Coahuila reunido en un mismo desde sus principios hasta hoy en día Muy actualizado

(Translated by Google) It is one of the emblematic buildings of the city, located in the main square in front of the Saltillo cathedral, clean and safe. (Original) Es uno de los edificios emblemáticos de la ciudad, localizado en la plaza de armas frente a la catedral de Saltillo, limpio y seguro.