Huitzimengari Palace

It is the oldest civil construction in Pátzcuaro, built in 1711. It is known as the Palace of Huitziméngari. Its façade does not reveal the magnificence of its interior, but as soon as we enter the courtyard, we notice the importance of the building.

En su construcción se adivina cierta rudeza arcaica. Sus enormes arcos de pilares rectangulares que sostienen la parte alta que presenta pretiles de mampostería, recuerda los de la arquitectura poblana, pero conservan una personalidad propia.

This house belonged to Don Antonio de Huitziméngari – a noble descendant of Caltzontzin, the last Purhépecha emperor – whose culture and wisdom forever exalted his race.

Today it is used to exhibit various crafts, as well as to promote workshops and courses on the Purépecha culture.