The spring equinox arrives on Friday, March 20 at 8:46 a.m. in Jalisco, marking the astronomical start of the season when day and night are nearly equal. For many people, this isn’t just a date on the calendar but an opportunity for renewal.
While Mexico’s famous sites, such as Teotihuacán, draw large crowds, locals have their own traditions.
At the Ixtépete archaeological zone in Zapopan, visitors gather, often dressed in white, for cleansing rituals with incense, purifying crystals and personal objects as they welcome the first rays of sunshine.
About 45 minutes west of the city, Guachimontones in Teuchitlán offers a more mystical experience. The circular pyramids host ceremonies featuring conch shells, salutes to the four cardinal directions, and traditional ball game representations.