Nestled in the Sierra Madres north of Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende has made a name for itself in writing circles around the world with its quaint, seductive charm.

Consistently rated as one of the top 10 foreign travel destinations by Condé Nast Traveler Magazine and listed in the national bestseller, 1,000 Places To See Before You Die, San Miguel de Allende was founded in 1542 by Fray Juan de San Miguel and declared a National Monument in 1926.

No ugly modern development has intruded, hence the allure for writers and artists alike. Its four-century-old churches, clean-swept cobblestone streets and shady, peaceful jardin are reminiscent of European ambiance — stunning, cultured, and urbane.