Ubicación: Urandén
🌿 Land of Springs and Cradle of the Butterfly Web 🛶
Located south of the lake, Urandén is not just a destination; it is a testament to resilience and beauty.
Originally comprised of three islands, this corner of the world is the guardian of Michoacán's most iconic image: butterfly net fishing. Here, the lake is not just scenery, it is life itself.
💧 The Miracle of the Springs
Urandén has recently been the site of a major environmental story. Thanks to dredging and cleaning work, ancient, dormant springs have been uncovered. This resurgence of water has allowed the environment to recover, making the canals navigable and crystal clear again in many areas. Visiting Urandén today is to witness nature's gratitude and renewed vitality. 🌱
🛶 Home of Champions and Tradition
If you see someone handling a canoe with incredible skill, they're definitely from Urandén.
– Butterfly Nets: This is where you'll see fishermen casting their white, wing-like nets over the water, an art that requires balance and strength.
– World-Class Canoeing: Its calm, now renovated waters are the perfect course for the sport. It's no coincidence that great canoeing champions come from here.
🎉 A Party and Color Calendar
Life in Urandén is celebrated by the water. If you're lucky, your visit will coincide with its greatest moments:
– January 12 (Virgin of Guadalupe): A unique celebration on the pier and islands, full of faith and color.
– Holy Week: Pure adrenaline! Canoeing competitions are held where the community shows who is the fastest on the lake.
– Night of the Dead: Here, tradition dresses up in finery with a contest of decorated arches on canoes, creating a floating parade of marigolds that illuminates the night.
📍 Why go? To see the authentic Pátzcuaro. The one where the water flows clean again and where the butterfly net is not just an ornament, but the working tool of a proud community.
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