Colors of My Heart

San Miguel de​ Allende It is a city in the state of Guanajuato, Mexico.  It is a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful scenery and historic colonial buildings.  The city has many hills, and the views of the city from the hills are spectacular. Guanajuato is the most culturally and historically important city in Mexico. It is well known as the setting for the movie "Coco." A view of San Miguel de Allende from the hill. I've been there many times, but I like the view from here the best. I think you can take a good photo by using a normal telephoto zoom and narrowing the exposure a little. Olympus OM-D E-M1 ／ Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO ／ f/8.0 ／ 1/1000sec ／ ISO200 ／ -1.0 Olympus OM-D E-M1 ／ Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO ／ f8.0 ／ 1/1000sec ／ ISO200 ／ -1.0 Olympus OM-D E-M1 ／ Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO ／ f11 ／ 1/80sec ／ ISO640 ／ +0.3 Mirador Pípila (Hill of Pipila) It is known as a lookout point with a panoramic view of the city. You can see this v...

Two months after arriving in Mexico, once my life had settled into a comfortable rhythm, I visited the UNESCO World Heritage city of San Miguel de Allende. Located in the heart of central Mexico, this vibrant destination is renowned for its colorful streets and rich artistic culture. San Miguel de Allende is a small city in the state of Guanajuato, where cobblestone slopes and colonial-style buildings evoke the charm of medieval Europe. In 2008, it was designated a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, drawing travelers from around the globe. At the heart of the city stands the magnificent neo-Gothic Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, a towering church that dominates the skyline. In front of it lies the Jardín Allende, a lively plaza where locals and tourists gather to relax. Surrounding the square are cozy cafés, restaurants, and souvenir shops that add to the city’s welcoming atmosphere. The entire city has also been recognized as a “Pueblo Mágico” (Magical Town), a title given to plac...