Living in Patzcuaro!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 ก.ย. 2024
- Today, I’m excited to take you on a journey through the charming town of Pátzcuaro, Mexico, and a walking tour of Santa Clara del Cobre and the village of Zirahuen. As a solo female explorer, I’m always on the lookout for those hidden gems that make a place truly special, and Pátzcuaro has stolen my heart! From its vibrant local markets, and its gorgeous natural wonders, to its cozy cobblestone streets, there’s so much to love about this enchanting spot, and the whole area. So, come along as we dive into what makes Pátzcuaro a Pueblo Magico!
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My name is Mora Margaret and I'm traveling with my two dogs by car through Mexico, seeking a special place for relocation.
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Mountain Pine by Corals
Very lively! I was there 20 years ago and it’s changed a lot! You’re learning what I had to learn upon living in Mexico! It requires one to be resilient and flexible!
Pátzcuaro is full of life. Will be there for Dia De Los Muertos..💙
Patzcuaro - Many Mexicans say it’s the “Maravilla del Mundo” the “World’s Wonder”… it truly is a magical place.
I was in Patzcuaro many years ago. It left such an impression on me that, to this day, I still think of it as one of the most beautiful cities in the world.Thanks.
Girl, you make me miss Mexico so much!
Thank you Mora!!
I really enjoy your videos... Your music selection, photography, transitions, narration, your editing and your peaceful voice document your journeys in a beautiful way.
PS- Your smile and your eyes shine more often and they greatly enhance your videos.
Regards,
Ricardo
Gracias!
We are so looking forward to discovering Patzcuaro and the small villages. Your excellent videos continue to whet our appetites! Thank you! Jon and Joell (and Juno, woof!).
hey Mora-I admire your adventures, love the pups, keep the videos coming very interesting, cheers
That was awesome Mora, thank you! Very informative, and it definitely confirms my choice of Patzcuaro, this just has me even more excited to go NOW ☺ Thanks for the alert, I'm aware of all of this, it was talked about in Ajijic a bit. I look forward to your next video. Your demeanor is calm and informative, perfection, oh, and your dogs are adorable
That's so nice, thank you!
You’re a cool lady! Thank you for the great content and honest feedback on Mexico 🇲🇽 ❤
You are so welcome!
Beautiful scenery and camera work. Happy bday Vigo!🎉
Thank you so much 😀
Have lived in Patzcuaro for 11 years. Have never seen any violence! The higher you go the less the violence! At 7,000 feet we are peacefull!
I'm really happy to hear that!
Patzcuaro looks like heaven
It’s lovely 🥰
My grandmother was from this town. She would occasionally speak about it and reminisce about Uruapan and Morelia where her parents were from. She married my grandpa and they had a ranch in Angamacutiro which is northern Michoacan on the border with Guanajuato. I should go one day.
You should! Sounds nice.
Pátzcuaro (PAHTS coo ahr oh)
Michoacán (ME choh ah KHAN)
it is a bit of a trek from there, but you must go see the butterflies.... bucket list worthy experience.
I agree and I hope to be in the area next Jan/Feb!
Hello again Margaret! What a nice and informative video. I like the side you show of my beautiful and beloved México, because the media only shows the bad, often making people think that all of Mexico is like that, when t'bad stuff happens all around the world and not only in Mexico! Just as there is good, there is bad, and it seems to me that as long as one behaves well, the probability of something "bad" happening is low.
On the other hand, I would like to comment on the use of the term "expats"... It seems to me that the term has become so popular because of the many foreigners who have moved to México, but it is misused, because an expat is someone who has chosen to LIVE and WORK in a country other than the one in which he or she is from, and many of the foreigners residing in Mexico only have a temporary stay permit, but not a permanent residence, therefore the most correct term to refer to them would be immigrants. In fact, when we as Latinos or anyone from another country moves to live in the United States, we are never called expatriates, but rather immigrants or some people might even use derogatory and discriminatory words to refer to immigrants. Let's not romanticize the use of the word EXPAT, because in fact many of the foreigners in Mexico do not even work for a Mexican company, many as we all know are retired, living from that retiree income or even work online for a company in their native country. Therefore, they are immigrants.
Thank you for your videos and I hope you continue enjoying my beautiful country! abrazos!
Thank you and thanks for your comment. I'm aware that it can be a controversial word, and I do use the word immigrant sometimes, but it's common vernacular in many communities to say "expat" so I use that word also.
Your videos are so beautifu!!🌻☀🌻The town looks lovely, the buildings and atmosphere remind me of Cusco, Peru which I loved. And yes, there is more violence in that state. Yet as you said, it's more about being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Or if you are doing things that draw attention to you. ¡¡Que tenga un buen día!! 💛
Great video! Keep them coming thanks
Lov lov your videos!❤
I hesitate to say anything positive about Pátzcuaro where I've lived happily for 24 years (from Houston) because we have enough Gringos here already, and I don't want us to turn into a godawful place like San Miguel de Allende. But this "danger" business is overblown. The U.S. State Department has been suffering from the vapors about the State of Michoacán pretty much forever, certainly since I moved here. And we do have that problem, but for some reason the bad guys (cartels) prefer hot weather, so they hang out almost exclusively in the "Tierra Caliente," the hot lands, which is to say the more tropical parts of the state which are much closer to the coast. Or it could be they prefer smaller towns. (By the way, Pátzcuaro has over 90,000 people, not the 60,000 you cited.) I was far more nervous about random violence when I lived in Houston where I often heard gunfire in the distance while lying in my bed at night, and that was in the 1990s. Even in the Tierra Caliente, the violence is usually between cartel rivals and the cops and military. The problem is organized crime, and the government's apparent inability to deal with it. It would be quite rare for someone to stick a gun in your ribs on a dark street here and say, Stick 'em up!
And that's all I have to say. Enjoy your visit. You make very professional videos.
Thank you :)
It's not been easy to find information about what's going on, but I'm happy to hear that you think it's overblown. Unlike in Guanajuato, the problems here seem more scattered and not in one city. Thanks for the info. Hey, you must know a million people here. Do you know anyone who teaches Spanish a couple of times a week? All I'm finding are intensive programs that I can't do right now.
@@MoraMargaret I sent you an email.
Check out the church and monastery in Tzinzuntzan!
I'm looking forward to it :)
My mother is from Morelia. We visited Morelia every summer when I was young. As an adult, I love visiting Morelia, Tzintzuntzan, Pátzcuaro, Isla de Janitzio, Quiroga, etc… I would love to retire in Pátzcuaro in 5 years.
I moved to Pátzcuaro during the late 60s. At that time I was very young and didn't like it so I moved to Mexico City and now I would like to live there.
I guess most smaller towns in Mexico are hard to survive for most Americans if no speak Spanish?
You are sooo brave! Traveling alone there.
Another great video. Bummer about the obstacles but it looks like you were able to overcome.
Thanks, you're so kind.
I love patzcuaro... Ssshh... don't tell anyone... :-) it is such a beautiful place! Congrats
I was in Pátzcuaro about 3 years ago... I ate carnitas tacos at a little stand by the Church la Campañia. The burrito size tacos were only 16 pesos. 2 of them and i was full.. everything is cheaper in Pátzcuaro.. it's a beautiful place... I recommend you visit Zacapu.
@@SantaMonicaTraveler I don't know what you're trying to say!!!!
I admire your journeys....and your voice is so lovely to listen to, good energy.
I travelled from Canada with my dog Lolita and live in a leettle town in Cabos.
Muchas gracias mi Amiga🤗
Thank YOU Amiga 🙂
I Just love this town. So glad you're enjoying it and what a great video showcasing it!!!!!
Muchas gracias!
I love your videos of your adventures! Thanks for taking us all along!
Glad you like them :)
Thank you for this beautiful video!! I loved it!!
You are so welcome!
A lovely video, Mora. 🙂 Jorge and I visited Pátzcuaro and the surrounding towns a few years ago -- we enjoyed our time there. Greetings from Querétaro! Joseph (Pepe) Quillian
It’s a beautiful place! Congratulations 🎉
Another lovely video.
Your choice of background music included.
I wonder... folks seem comfortable with the "videoing"?
Oh...and a yummy first birthday!
Thanks! Do you mean the people around when I've got my camera out? Sometimes it's awkward, like at the chocolate shop, I didn't take out my camera. But if you're just walking around being a tourist, people don't mind.
@@MoraMargaret yup... that's what I was wondering about 😊
Just left there on Thursday! It was great. Travelled with a guide, though.
Mora, you were right about giving your special announcement at the beginning of your video. I've watched some of your latest videos and am really enjoying them.
I was born in Zacapu, Michoacán, but have lived in California basically my whole life. I've heard there's some type of cycling event in Zacapu in September. I don't know if that would interest you.
Nice video.
Thanks!
Congratulations on your transition away from the fast-paced environment. I wish you continued adventures and good health, and the same for your four legged babies as well 😉
Muchas gracias!
De nada 🤗
My Sister lives in Hermosillo. Stay Away Too Hot For The Summer, lol. Perfect Winters
I am enjoying your informative videos. 👍
Awesome, thank you!
Thank you for letting us know what is going on 😮❤😞
Great video love the dog
Thanks 👍
hola yo soy de cuanajo 0:30 .. saludos
What a video! The area looks so amazing. You should venture to Uruapan to the west and see the natural stream that comes up and through the park there. It’s just slightly cool there as well. Happy Birthday Viggo! Ted & Chap in Seattle
Thanks Ted & Chap!
Hola Margaret, have you planned any trips in Mexico?
Awesome information!!!!!......but..... All the avocado orchards have been stolen from the original owners.......too sad
Sorry to hear that :(
Visit Quiroga, Uruapan. (Coffee, avocados)Nearby and lovely places. I spent a lot of time in that area. I taught at a nursing school in Zacapu off- on over some tears and went vack to visit a coulme of times after that. Enjoy!
Thanks for the tips!
A really excellent video on the Patzquaro area. Low key just like the area. As far as violence goes, anytime you get a few older expats together, crime and the fear of seems to be a leading topic. In our twin NorCal tourist towns, we get quite a bit of violent crime and an hour down the hill, Sacramento has shootings and muggings each day. As a girl at a valley fruit stand explained, each shooting in Mexico is for a reason, bad drug deals, etc, with very few exceptions. So, don't get involved in local politics, the drug or avocado trade and every day will be a sunny one. How about some recommend restaurants with a view of the menu with prices? Best recommendations at hotels/homes would be welcome too. With T-Mobile, we get all of Mexico and Canada for an extra $5/mo and then tether to our Mac. A VPN brings all the news/movies, etc to our screen if in Pátzquaro or Vancouver, BC.
Right on. I will work on that. I don't feel there's a need to worry in Patzcuaro, but some of the small towns out in the country.. Let's just say I'm being more careful. Thanks for the compliment!
There you are! I was watching yesterday and suddenly you went missing.
My technical difficulties persist. It's my old computer. I'm lucky it didn't erase the whole video ;)
Hi Mora, your RN Bay Area follower! We seem to be on a similar path though my goal is to stear clear of dangerous areas and like you, I have my pets lives to consider especially should anything happen to me. My plan to visit Ajijic and lake chaparral, San Miguel and Guadalajara in November for a relocation tour. Maybe I’ll see you there! 😊 Stay safe and just leave and relocate if something is uncertain. Better to be safe than sorry. For me, I’d rather lose money due to breaking a contract than risk my safety.
I agree. There are many beautiful places in Mexico. No need to stay if things are not right. Good luck with your November trip! Sounds good :)
Are you living there ? Staying there ?
I also follow the US State Dept recommendations. Sometimes there can be changes. Thanks for video.
You're welcome. I have temporary residency for one year. After that...?
I like how you show a little of everything, the nature, the shops, what the local area is famous for. The horizontal lightning in the last video was amazing! Did you get thunder coats for the dogs? I heard they can run small on larger breeds. Have friends who swear by them for the loud pops from fireworks and lightning. Wonder if just a weighted blanket would work.
I've not got the thunder coat yet, but we've had a break in the thunder so that's good. Thanks for the compliment and thanks for watching :)
Crime is everywhere I'm From San Diego California ,San Diego is very expensive beautiful and touristy .We have crime just about every day it all depends where you are at if you are involved in criminal activity etc .Sometimes people are just at the wrong place at the wrong time.
Exactly. I agree.
🙏🙏🙏
Another wonderful video. I love the climate you found here but am partial to larger places, any others similar climate in addition to Morelia?
I don't know what other cities are at about 7000 ft above sea level, besides Morelia. There must be a map with elevations, I'd look for that. Thanks for the compliment!
Puebla is at 7000’. I spent a couple weeks around that area last winter and found it enjoyable.
I love your video’s I wonder if you will settle down in one place for a home base or will you go back to the US ? Are your two dogs accepted everywhere on your travels ? This was a beautiful town, don’t you feel you want to stay longer or feel the itch to move on for more exploring ? Do you speak fluent Spanish ? Thanks for your beautiful camera work ! Be safe ❤❤
Thank you. I'm not fluent in Spanish, but I'm learning every day. The dogs must be accepted or I wouldn't be there :)
We will settle down sometime. In the Patzcuaro area we will stay for at least a couple of months. But there is much more I want to see. In the long run.... who knows?
Hello from Phoenix. Mora, I love you videos. Vey beautiful place indeed. Keep doing what you are doing so well. I love how adventurous you are. Two very cool partners you have also. Take care and enjoy every moment in this special place. Tim B.
Thanks for your kind comment Tim!
Is Viggo a Virgo?
Feliz Cumpleaños, Guapo!
And thank you Mora (your actual name? So Spanish...), for showing up yet another lovely part of Mexico.
Also, you can blame Mercury retro (Aug 4 - 28) for all the tech / car glitches.
Hopefully settled now!
It's Viggo (like the actor). Isn't he handsome? And Mora is my real name, but my parents were of the Irish persuasion. Thanks for your comment ;)
@@MoraMargaret he's certainly a handsome boy, and has a sweet personality.
I meant: Was Viggo born in the Zodiac sign Virgo (Aug 22 - Sept 22) - since you posted the vid after Aug 22 - which would be a cute Viggo - Virgo connection too. ;-)
And your first name is very 'versatile' for various cultures... easy for travelling, hey?
Oh! Yes, his birthday is Aug. 23.
@@MoraMargaret right on the Leo - Virgo cusp, called 'Sphinx Point' - and doesn't he he sit & act like a Sphinx - lovingly guarding the Temple, and the human & canine Ladies in his life?!
About how much money do you need to live in PAZCUARO OR SIMILAR CITY ?THANKS
On my website there's a free ebook that covers that. MoraMargaret.com Check it out.
I’ve heard that the drug cartels are also in the Avocado business
Big time.
I've heard that too. The US Dept. of Agriculture suspended inspections (they look at fruit coming in to the US for disease control) for a while because of some trouble. But I think that's resolved now.
Drug cartel is a misnomer they will get into any business that they can control and I'm sure the Avocado business is very profitable
They charge a few pesos per kilo to the grovers
Is that why I see them for $2.39 now?
If gentrification is happening. They have the rigth of rise prices. Because non locals move and expect the cheap price of lifestyle 😊😊😊
Beautiful area. I lived in various Mexican cities for 5 years total. Many shared the same words with me when I lived in San Miguel de Allende in 2019.. John you have nothing to worry about when it comes to your safety.. You don't use or sell drugs. True.. But I don't want to see dead bodies in the street on my way for a coffee one morning (a mum going to pick up her kids from school who had been warned to stop selling drugs )... Or my favorite ice cream shop shot up with gun fire and a young women shot in the head 3x. No thanks. That's just the cartel stuff. Then you have the burglaries and muggings! The bad guys often never go to jail... They know they can get away with it.
SE safety is a big reason I moved here. No dead bodies chilling my good vibe 😎😂😂😂. and Mexico got expensive too!
Mexicans are wonderful people.. Generally.
I can't argue with that, I don't want to see those horrific things either. I'm glad you're liking where you are!
I admire your pluck though it causes pause. Where I live in Puerto Penasco it's pretty safe. However the outliers, the roads to and from have banditos, separate from cartel. 2 senior ladies were ambushed and killed driving along the border, which has lots of dangerous activity. They were on their way to Caborca a no-no place to go. They went.
I'm a retired PI. There are newspaper stories of me getting endangered people out and away from their captors where the US law enforcement would not assist.
I encountered the Mexican judicial system which I found whacky after a lifetime in the US system. It may not be wise to trust po-po here.
I'm a guy with first hand dealings in these matters. You might consider paying heed to consul warnings.
Thank you, I agree to be careful. To be honest, I think I would have avoided the area had I looked deeper into it before I came. But I'm here now, for a little while. Thanks for your comment.
For several years, I've followed US and Canadian ex-pats' stories of living in Mexico, a number have not ended well. I'm very concerned for Mora and her dogs since she hasn't done a lot of research in areas prior to driving and staying there. You know of what I speak. 😢
@@MoraMargaret it's a little goofy. One guy had a pregnant woman and her 8 year old son hostage in a condo. She was able to text her location to family who relayed to me. The man was a Hispanic American with the longest rap sheet I've ever seen. He had been released from prison two months prior.
Really some that cause the most problems here are deported Mexicans that spent a lifetime in the US and wind up on the streets with nothing so crime is their only choice and many were deported because they were predisposed to criminal acts. I see them on the corner trying to sell purloined items. Burglaries pick up.
The current Mexican president just cut off with diplomatic ties with the US. Getting jammed up out of trouble takes diplomatic action and this is a quote from the US Department of State, The "U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in many areas of Mexico, as travel by U.S."
The police in the US called me Crazy Old Gringo because I was the only one coming here to do what the US won't and I'm retired now.
You're a woman driving a Lexus.
Hola Mora! Hola Gringo Viejo! You are giving these scary warnings yet you live in a very remote area that has only one main road that is a known drug route to Mexicali that is less than 200 miles away. There are really only two roads in that whole area (the 3 and the 2) to get to Mexicali from Puerto Penasco and along the complete length of both of them there is nothing but desert as far the eye can see. Where you live is a popular place for people from the US to go for a weekend get away and to visit. So if it is as dangerous as you claim it wouldn't be so popular. The State Department gives a Level 3 alert if traveling from Mexicali to where you live. Just saying....BTW- I live in Baja now and have traveled extensively surfing and remote beach camping in Mexico since the early '80's with never any problems that I couldn't talk or pay my way out of for a minimal amount of pesos. The thing is that I don't belong to a cartel or a gang and I'm not looking to join either or hone in on any of their businesses. It's not that I don't stand out, they see coming a mile away as a blond haired, hazel eyed and taller gringo! Mucha suerte desde la hermosa Ensenada!
@@MoraMargaret Just be aware of your surroundings. I've done multiple road trips to surf in Michoacan at La Ticla and into Colima to surf Boca de Pascuales while having to travel through some pretty rough towns to get there. Just don't linger in those towns or other areas that are well known "hot spots" Enjoy Patzcuaro and give your pupsters a hug! Buena suerte!
Maybe disconnecting batery could reboot computer.
No, that's what happened already. But it's not turning back on, which I think should be automatic...?
@@MoraMargaret If your car is still acting up try this. 1- Unhook the negative battery terminal and turn on your your light switch, your lights will not turn on but this is to drain the capacitors, let it sit for at least 5 minutes to let it reset itself . 2- After re-hooking your battery, start the the car and let it idle for at least 5 minutes or so. 3- Put the car in low gear with your parking brake on and your foot on the brake and let it idle for another 5 minutes or so. 4- Drive it around at around 30mph for about 20 to 30 minutes with no lights or your radio on. That should do the trick. Buena suerte!
Are you pulling my leg? Alright, I'm going to try it.
i lie you
8:06, PACANDA, not Pacanada.
Oh no!! I got the name wrong. Stupid mistake. Sorry Pacanda :(
@user-dw....be nice...😬
@@doraray9964 Explain.
@@user-dw9vm3je3u you can correct someone in a nice way
Mora sounds like spanish last name usa is more dangerous 😂😂 dont visit ,schools, churches, walmarts etc stay home but careful too
Jajajaja me dan risa los gringos que se asustan de mexico, cuando su pais se cae a pedazos. Y lo mas chistoso es el gobierno prohibida viajar a lugares por violentos cuando tienes tiroteos masivos todos los dias y en todo pais. Eso se llama hipocrecia y ser ridiculos.