Irapuato is a Mexican city located at the foot of the Arandas mountain, in the south central region of the state of Guanajuato. It lies between the Silao river and the Guanajuato river. The city is the second largest in the state, with a population of 342,561. The city’s main industry is agriculture and it is famous for its strawberries and the raising of pigs and cattle. The fruits and flowers of Irapuato luxurious gardens are well known throughout Mexico.

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Celaya is located in the southeast quadrant of the state of Guanajuato and it is the third most populous city in the state. The city of Celaya is an important road and rail junction. It is the center of a rich agricultural region and its industries include textiles, flour milling, and tanning, and the city also has distilleries. The city of Celaya has several baroque churches designed by the architect Francisco de Tresguerras who was born here.

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