City history
A journey through the colonial roots and modern pulse of Jalisco's capital, where history meets the rhythm of Mexico.
Chapter one
Earliest documented name
"Guadalajara of the New Galicia"
The city was founded in 1532. While the region was previously inhabited by indigenous groups, the name Guadalajara is a Spanish designation used from the city's inception.
Guadalajara of the New Galicia
The official name during the Spanish colonial administration.
Guadalajara
The simplified name used following Mexican independence.
Chapter two
The Mexican government officially abolished daylight saving time for most of the country, including Guadalajara, to simplify timekeeping.
Adoption of consistent daylight saving time rules across the Mexican republic to align with North American neighbors.
Chapter three
Guadalajara was officially founded on February 14, 1532, serving as a primary Spanish administrative hub.
The arrival of the railway connected the city to larger networks, necessitating synchronized timekeeping for transit.
The establishment of formal state administrative structures helped shape the city's modern governance and identity.
Guadalajara began its rapid evolution into a leading technological and industrial center in Mexico.