Plaza de Caborca
When Father Eusebio Francisco Kino arrived at this site in 1692 to found the Purísima Concepción de Caborca Mission, an indigenous settlement already existed. Named Caborca, this area was home to many Pima inhabitants who already practiced agriculture (they planted squash, corn and beans) and in a certain manner, maintained a rudimentary organization. By 1790, the settlement was moved from the original site to that which it currently occupies. In 1857, Caborca was honored for having defeated the North American invaders, led by Captain Henry A. Crabb.
La Purísima Concepción Temple
Constructed by the Franciscans between 1803 and 1809, the temple is considered a Monument to the Nation. Integrated into the extensive Héroes de Nacozari Monumental Plaza, the temple’s historic structure draws visitors’ attention. Its large windows, wooden door and balconies are still preserved. Visitors can still see bullet holes from shots fired in 1857 by the defenders of the Republic in the wooden door and in some walls.
Main Square
A well-shaded and traditional family meeting place, the plaza is surrounded by shops. Its main attraction, the Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria Church stands guard over the plaza.
Petroglyph Area
On the outskirts of the city, hills abound. In them, examples of these vestiges from the past can easily be found in great numbers. Estimated to date back approximately 1,000 years, the thousands of imprinted stones display symbols, drawings of animals and other types of expressions whose significance is still unknown. The area of Proveedora Hill is distinct since it is considered the place with the largest number of petroglyphs in the country. Fifteen kilometers (9 miles) outside of the city on State Highway No. 37.
Rural Tourism
The cowboy’s life is filled with innumerable activities that can only be done on site. At San Andrés Ranch, milking, bull riding, agriculture and family harmony are part of the everyday life that we can experience and enjoy. Kilometer Marker 53 on the Caborca-Santa Ana Highway, Tel. 01 (637) 372 4350 / 6333.
