Our History

Nearly 500 years of culture, tradition and progress in the heart of Sinaloa

1531

Founding of Culiacán

San Miguel de Culiacán was founded by the Spanish conquistador Nuño Beltrán de Guzmán on September 29, 1531, becoming one of the oldest cities in northwestern Mexico.

Founding of Culiacán
1810

Independence and Revolution

During the independence movement, Culiacán played an important role in northwestern Mexico. The city experienced political and social transformations that shaped its identity.

Independence and Revolution
1831

Capital of Sinaloa

Culiacán was officially designated as the capital of Sinaloa, consolidating its position as the political, economic, and cultural center of the region.

Capital of Sinaloa
1903

Porfirian Modernization

During the Porfiriato, Culiacán experienced its first great modernization with the arrival of railroads, public lighting, and new European-style government buildings.

Porfirian Modernization
1950

Agricultural Revolution

The Culiacán Valley became a national agricultural powerhouse thanks to the construction of dams and irrigation systems that transformed thousands of hectares into productive land.

Agricultural Revolution
1965

Economic Boom

Major companies like Coppel and Casa Ley were born, which grew from Culiacán into national chains. The city experienced accelerated economic and demographic growth.

Economic Boom
1980

Urban Expansion

Culiacán grew rapidly. New neighborhoods, shopping centers, and roads were developed. The city began to take the modern shape we know today.

Urban Expansion
2000

Culiacán of the New Millennium

The city modernized with new developments like the Botanical Garden, MASIN, and the restoration of the historic center. Culiacán positioned itself as a cultural destination in the northwest.

Culiacán of the New Millennium
2005

Tres Ríos Development

The ambitious Tres Ríos Development project began, transforming the confluence of the Humaya and Tamazula rivers into a modern commercial, residential, and entertainment district that would define Culiacán's new face.

Tres Ríos Development
2024

Modern Culiacán

Today Culiacán is a metropolis of over a million inhabitants, home to international companies, with gastronomy recognized worldwide and a growing cultural scene.

Modern Culiacán

Culiacán Hoy

Una ciudad en constante crecimiento

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Habitantes

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Año de Fundación

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Empresas nacionales nacidas aquí

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Hectáreas agrícolas

Culiacanenses que nos Enorgullecen

Talentos nacidos en la Ciudad de los Tres Ríos

Miguel Rodarte

Miguel Rodarte

Actor reconocido por su papel en "Nosotros los Nobles" y múltiples producciones de cine y televisión.

Alejandro Speitzer

Alejandro Speitzer

Actor internacional con participaciones en Netflix como "Oscuro Deseo" y "Alguien tiene que morir".

Julio César Chávez

Julio César Chávez

Considerado el mejor boxeador mexicano de la historia, con récord de 87 peleas invicto.

Julio Urías

Julio Urías

Pitcher estrella de MLB, campeón de Serie Mundial con Los Angeles Dodgers en 2020.

Germán Lizárraga

Germán Lizárraga

Fundador de la Banda El Recodo, la banda sinaloense más famosa del mundo.

We thank Mr. Miguel Ángel Victoria for allowing us to use his photographic work on our site.

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