Celaya is known as La Puerta de Oro del Bajio meaning The Golden Door of the Low Land. Celaya is a Zalaya word with Basque origins which means flat earth. It was established on October 12, 1570 as the first villa of the low lands, being then called Town of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception of Zalaya. Later in 1658, it was awarded the title of Very Noble and Loyal City by King Felipe IV.

Celaya is famous for its high quality production of milk based sweets, which include most notably delicious Carmel sauces with a variety of flavors like: vanilla, liquor, toasted, pecan, pine nuts and coconut. Celaya has a population of 418,000 (415,869 Source INEGI-2005) inhabitants which represents 8.36% of the state of Guanajuato’s population, and 0.39% of the population nationwide.

Celaya has an extraordinary geographical location, excellent roads, expertise skilled labor, and a comprehensive infrastructure, which allow for the prosperous development of trade, industry and services. These factors combine to make it one of the most attractive areas for domestic and foreign entrepreneurs who seek an advantageous location to expand their businesses.

The historic center of Celaya witnessed the birth of the insurgent army in the national struggle for independence, led by Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla who became the master general of that armed force.

Celaya has been totally refurbished, and has a wide range of services including hotels, restaurants, cultural centers, shops and a variety of department stores that will fill all of your expectations. And while on your visit, don’t forget to taste the flavor of the historic downtown by visiting the famous Carmel factories, the best in the world. Come and see the historic center of Celaya and enjoy everything that it has to offer. We know that your visit will be full of fantastic experiences and wonderful moments. r09