Six minutes down the road from the Hacienda La Trinidad is this magnificent property. We had a free…read moreafternoon and after seeing on Trip Advisor that this was many travelers favorite spot, we decided to check it out. With no expectations we were delighted by this spectacular property. I would give the magical Museo Ex-Hacienda San Gabriel de Barrera gardens six stars and the manor, 4 stars. This hacienda was once a major world influence of silver. Built at the end of the 1600's for a Captain Gabriel de la Barrera, heir to the Valenciana silver mine, the grounds stretch over 22,000 square meters. The Hacienda is divided into 16 areas, complete with 17 gardens, all groomed to a different style surrounding the various manor buildings and small plazas. I walked through the various gardens toward the manor house. The weather started out sunny, then some gray clouds came and after a few drops, the sun reappeared. The property is a photographers dream. This place is a must see when traveling in the Guanajuato/San Miguel de Allende area.

We have been to Guanajuato 4 times and this was, by far, one excursion we will never…read moreforget:amazing; awesome: magnificent,: enthralling: exudes a sense wonderment about the people who lived here: As we strolled through this vast estate we were transported back in history to the extent that we felt as if we were somehow trespassing and would be confronted at any moment; only to be invited in!! Very good energy here! Do it!

This science center seems designed most not just for children but ones who have not visited any…read moreothers. While they have a variety of hands on exhibits, I was not particularly impressed.