Museo del Sarape y Trajes Mexicanos

Northeast Mexico


An excellent museum devoted to the Mexican sarapes (blankets with an opening for the head) that Saltillo is famous for. There's a priceless collection to admire, and lots of fascinating background information about weaving techniques, looms, natural dyes and regional variations. There's also a small section of regional dresses from around the country.


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