A bit of history…
El Claustro de Sor Juana
The University of the Cloister of Sor Juana is a private university located in the former San Jerónimo Convent in the historic center of Mexico City. This convent is best known for having been the home of Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz for over twenty five years, she produced many of her writings here.
Juana Inés de Asbaje y Ramírez de Santillana, better known as Sor Juana, was a colonial Mexican writer, philosopher, composer and poet of the Baroque period, as well as a Hieronymite nun, nicknamed "The Tenth Muse" and "The Phoenix of America" by her contemporary critics. As a Spanish-criolla from the New Spain, she was among the main American-born contributors to the Spanish Golden Age and is presently considered one of the most important female authors in Spanish language literature and the literature of Mexico.
Throughout history Sor Juana's significance to different communities has varied, having been presented as a candidate for Catholic sainthood, a symbol of Mexican nationalism, freedom of speech, women's rights, sexual diversity, and others, making her a figure of great controversy and debate to this day.
In 1979, the current university was founded at this site and it is currently the benefactor and guardian of the complex. The institution offers higher-education programs mostly in the humanities. The institution also sponsors or co-sponsors a number of cultural and educational activities, mostly situated in the historic center of the city.
If you have time before Saturday, visit the cloister. The art collections and seasonal exhibitions are one of the city’s treasures.
Address
José María Izazaga 92, Col. Centro Histórico, Cuauhtémoc, 06080 Mexico City
We have rooms blocked off for wedding guests at three (3) hotels close to the venue. Please remember that to obtain preferential rates, you must book directly through the hotel websites or by phone with their staff.
We chose Mexico City for the variety of options available to travelers. Take these as suggestions for your time in the city, but don't hesitate to explore the options that best suit your needs. We are very excited to see you there!
Calle de Venustiano Carranza 69 Ciudad de México, DIF 06000
+52 55 1203 2600
Palma 42 Ciudad de México, DIF 06000
(CODE: 2200682701)
+52 55 3098 7646
República de Uruguay 45 Ciudad de México, DIF 06000 (CODE: A Y H)
+52 55 8852 5000
Welcome to the “City of the Palaces". The city is the capital and largest city of Mexico. The most populous city in North America has16 boroughs or demarcaciones territoriales, which are in turn divided into neighborhoods or colonias. The population of Greater Mexico City is 21,804,515, which makes it the sixth-largest metropolitan area in the world. This was Ale’s home in her early years and after college and is a special place for her family and our story as a couple. The cultural, political, and economic center of the country, exploring Mexico City is an unforgettable experience.
We have gathered a small sampling of the things you can do in the city, places that are important to us and that we enjoy immensely.
This guide might give you some tips! – AMO CDMX
EAT & DRINK
You will find Mexico City to be an extraordinary place to eat and drink. Take some time to explore its famous markets, eat handmade tortillas at a corner taqueria and drink artisanal mezcal in one of its famous cantinas. Venture a bit out of the common route and pay a visit to some of the city’s historical establishments. A noteworthy mention: El Cardenal will not disappoint you for a special meal.
EXPLORE
Mexico City is not only known for its palaces, but also for its museums. It offers a vast range of cultural experiences for art lovers, music fans, and design collectors. Architecture buffs will find themselves enthralled by walking around lively and wondrous neighborhoods that hold layers of histories. If you have some extra time, plan for day trips to historical wonders and pintoresque towns, you will not regret it.
