Statue paying homage to Jose Maria Morelos on the Isla Janitizio Michoacan state Mexico
Statue paying homage to Jose Maria Morelos on the Isla Janitizio Michoacan state Mexico. Lake Pátzcuaro (Spanish: Lago de Pátzcuaro) is a lake in the municipality of Pátzcuaro, Michoacán, Mexico. The natives believe that the lake is the place where the barrier between life and death is the thinnest. Isla de Janitzio, located at 19°34′25″N 101°39′7″W / , : 19°34′25″N 101°39′7″W / , , is the main island of Lake Patzcuaro in the state of Michoacán, Mexico. The town of Janitzio, which means "where it rains", is located atop the hill. Janitzio can only be reached by boats which run regularly back and forth from about 7:30 am to 6 pm, accessible from Pátzcuaro's pier (embarcadero). These boats can be hired to take you around other parts of the lake. The town is famous for the butterfly fishermen who are skilled at lowering their butterfly-shaped nets to catch the local famous cuisine "pescado blanco". The butterfly fisherman were also located on the back side of the 50 peso Mexican banknote. A 40-meter statue of José María Morelos, a great hero of Mexico's independence, started in 1933, is found on the island's highest point. For about 6 pesos, one can climb to the top of the statue by way of a staircase that spirals up the inside. Along the interior walls, the life of Morelos is depicted in murals painted by Ramon Alba de la Canal and other great Mexican muralists. Although the steep stairway can become congested and distract one's attention, it is a good Mexican history lesson. At the top, one can peer through peepholes in the giant raised fist of Morelos, giving a spectacular view of the island, lake and surroundings. Some of the people of Janitzio and the towns surrounding Lake Patzcuaro are of indigenous descent and are known as Purepecha or Tarascan. Available in Janitzio are regional handicrafts. A variety of handmade textiles and artwork are sold. Its main festivity is "El Día de los Muertos"
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Location: Isla Janitizio, Lago Patzcuaro, Patzcuaro, Michoacan state- Mexico
Photo credit: © rfpDayDead / Alamy / Afripics
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