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Actividades
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Aunque Caborca es básicamente un pueblo transquilo situada en el desierto, hay una
variedad de actividades que se puedan disfrutar aqui. Hazclick aquí para ver un mapa con
localizaciones generales de lugares para visitar.
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Las Palapas
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Take a hiking tour to view ancient petroglyphs
View the fascinating stone etchings made thousands of years ago by the Hohokam Indians. The
city provides guided tours, as do several companies with tours that originate in the United States.
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Cool off at the water park
Las Palapas water park is just a short drive from downtown Caborca, on the highway to Pitiquito.
The park offers a water slide, a kiddie pool, and a large pool for swimming. It also has a restaurant
that serves local Mexican cuisine.
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Visit historic Pueblo Viejo
This is a must-see for any visitor to Caborca.
The church is on the site of the mission La
Purísima Concepción de Nuestra Señora de
Caborca, established in 1693 by Jesuit Priest
Eusebio Kino. In addition to being a religious
center for the community over the years,
Pueblo Viejo has also been the site of
burnings and violence, to include a battle for
the city fought in 1857 as residents defended
the town against a group of American
aggressors.
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Pueblo Viejo
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Relax in the plaza
A common pastime for the older citizens of Caborca is to
spend time relaxing and socializing in the city plaza, across
the street from one of the city's larger Catholic churches,
the church of La Candalaria. Oftentimes vendors from
various parts of Mexico come to sell their goods here.
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La Iglesia de la Candelaria
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The Plaza
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Visita el Cerro de Nuestra Virgen de Guadalupe
This shrine features a painting of Mexico's patron saint and an interesting collection of symbols of
faith and gratitude to the Virgin of Guadalupe.
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Go shopping
Although many of the stores in the downtown area are geared toward local consumers,
there are several that sell a variety of Mexican tourist goods. Treasures are here to be
found, if you know where to look.
Enjoy a cup of coffee at a local café
Caborca has several small, modern cafés that offer cakes, pastries (and often artwork
from local artists), and of course a rich cup of coffee.
Watch a parade or other special event
If you time your visit to coincide with one of the city's many celebratory events, you will
have the chance to view a parade, fireworks, or participate in a festival. Oftentimes the
events also include visitors from other parts of Mexico who sell a variety of arts and
crafts.
Catch a baseball game
From June to the first week of August, go to the municipal stadium and watch the
Caborca Rojos play against one of the other minor league teams in their division. Click
here to see the Rojos' 2006 home schedule.
Manejas a Pitiquito
The pueblo of Pitiquito is a short drive from Caborca, and well worth the trip. Pitiquito
has one of the area's finest leather works and showroom, featuring a variety of leather
goods. Pitiquito also has a lovely Kino mission church.
Visitas el Panteon Municipal
It may sound a bit morbid, but there are some creative and beautiful monuments to see.
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