The richness and diversity of Michoacán handicrafts have the fusion of indigenous culture with Spanish culture, among the techniques are the copper pots of Santa Clara, the glazed pottery pineapples of San José Gracia, the dotted pottery of Cápula, the colorful furniture from Cuanajo, the embroideries from Santa Cruz, Tzintzuntzan, the Peribanas from Peribán and other original pieces from Patamban, Zinapécuaro, Huáncito and Ichán.

Tzintzuntzan, Michoacán (2017-01) by AMIGOSMAPAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Among the techniques are the copper pots from Santa Clara, the glazed earthenware pineapples from San José García, the dotted pottery from Cápula, the colorful furniture from Cuanajo, the embroidery from Santa Cruz, Tzintzuntzan, the peribanas from Peribán and other pieces. originating from Patamban, Zinapécuaro, Huáncio and Ichán.

Festival de las Cocineras Tradicionales de Michoacán (2017-01) by AMIGOSMAPAsociación de Amigos del MAP

The gastronomy of Michoacán is one of the most diverse, be it due to the different aromas, the different flavors or the use of the numerous ingredients.

Cocina tradicional de Michoacán (2017-01) by AMIGOSMAPAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Some of the most emblematic dishes of this region are:
the Michoacán-style carnitas, Tarasca soup, Corundas, Uchepos, Enchiladas, Churipo, Michoacán-style puercos beans, Minguiche, guacamole, among others.

Centro gajeado by Audón Punzo ÁngelAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Danza de los viejitos by Gabriela AndradeAsociación de Amigos del MAP

The dance of the old men is a perfect combination of Mexican humor, the vivid colors of the region, the charm and warmth of the people. This dance is usually performed on special dates such as religious holidays to celebrate the Patron Saint of the town, at Christmas, among others. In pre-Hispanic times the Purépecha people celebrated this tradition in honor of the God of Fire called Huehuetéotl.

Danza de los viejitos by Gabriela AndradeAsociación de Amigos del MAP

In general, there are four dancers on stage that represent the four seasons of the year, the four directions of the universe (North, South, East and West), the four elements of Earth (fire, air, earth and water) and to the four basic colors (black, red, yellow and blue). The dancers' clothing is made up of a Purépecha peasant costume and masks with the faces of old men with a hat and long white hair.

Última cena by Magdalena MartínezAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Alhajero de madera laqueada by Carlos Álvarez GarnicaAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Árbol de la vida by Elvira Manríquez GonzálezAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Máscara de diablo by AnónimoAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Virgen de la Soledad by Alfredo Estrada SaldívarAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Chuspata is a technique in which today, artisans from the communities of Ichupio, Puácuaro and San Jerónimo, make baskets, bags, tablecloths, tortilleros, rugs and various figures of birds and characters, which represent everyday images taken from their surroundings. immediate and common.

Maestro Artesano Audón Punzo (2017-01) by Patricia SuárezAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Maestro Audón Punzo (2020) by AMIGOSMAPAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Maestro Audón Punzo Ángel is originally from Santa Clara del Cobre. Dedicated from an early age to the creation of pieces such as pots, pans, plates, vases, among others, with admirable dedication. He has been recognized for his work on various occasions.

Piezas del taller de Audón Punzo (2017-01) by AMIGOSMAPAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Artesano Antonio Cornelio (2017-01) by AMIGOSMAPAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Maestro Audón Punzo Ángel is originally from Santa Clara del Cobre. Dedicated from an early age to the creation of pieces such as pots, pans, plates, vases, among others, with admirable dedication. He has been recognized for his work on various occasions.

AmigosMAP en el taller de Antonio Cornelio (2017-01) by AMIGOSMAPAsociación de Amigos del MAP

Taller de Antonio Cornelio (2017-01) by AMIGOSMAPAsociación de Amigos del MAP

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