Mascota, Jalisco: The City of Deer
Mascota, Jalisco is a small village situated in central-western Mexico, in the plateau of the Western Sierra Madre mountain chain. It is the largest town in the local municipality of Jalisco. Its name means "the place of deers and snakes". During the Spaniard colonization, it was called the Valley of Deer and the original residents were the Teco Indians. It is surrounded by roads and pine-covered mountains, with wonderful views and climate. The small village is the usual stopover location when travelling to Talpa De Allende or Puerto Vallarta.
Best Time to Visit
It is best to visit the municipality and take a trip to Mascota between June and December. These months experience pleasant climate, which makes it ideal when in town. The third quarter of the year usually have pricier Mascota, Jalisco hotel rates since it is the peak season.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Aside from its natural and ecological sites, there are some historical landmarks seen in Mascots as well. The Templo de la Preciosa Sangre is an ancient unfinished temple built in the 19th century located in Puerto Vallarta. Villa Cantabria and Hotel Rancho La Esmeralda are convenient and accessible stays when visiting the unfinished temple. One should also take a dip in the Juanacatlan Lagoon with its relaxing, crystal clear waters and nearby spas. The Mill Museum is also a great site to visit with the mining machinery exhibits that date back to the 19th and 20th century.