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There is one attraction that symbolizes the town of Guadalupe. In 1983, a Mexican style-shopping plaza was built called El Tianguis. This bright blue shopping square has encouraged visitors to come to the area and sample the restaurants and shops. It is a great place to see the Mexican flavor of the community.
History:
Guadalupe is the home to the Yaqui Indians. The Yaqui Indians have endured many turbulent times beginning with wars fought against the Spanish and Mexicans. The Yaqui were trying to protect the land that they lived on near the Yaqui River. When Porforio Diaz defeated them, the Yaqui's were sent down to the jungles of Yucatan. But during the Mexican Revolution, the Yaqui's joined up with Pancho Villa. When Villa's army was defeated, the Yaqui's headed to the United States for safety. Many of the Yaqui's came up to the Salt River Valley to work on the construction of canals in the area. A community sprung up south of Tempe, which became Guadalupe. The town is named after the Virgin of Guadalupe, the patron saint of Mexico.
the town was incorporated in 1975. The small town will remain this size due to its surrounding borders. The city of Phoenix is to its west, the city of Tempe is on its north and south and the Salt River Project's Highline Canal is on its east.
Guadalupe is a residential community with a sprinkling of retail and service businesses. In 1983, a Mexican style-shopping plaza was built called El Tianguis. This shopping area has encouraged visitors to come to the area and sample the restaurants and shops. It is a great place to see the Mexican flavor of the community.Guadalupe is a town based on tradition and heritage. This is evident in the center of town, where the plaza is located. On the plaza's edge are Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and the Yaqui Temple, called El Templo. Every Easter Yaqui ceremonies are held in the plaza. These ceremonies blend both Christian and Indian beliefs, some dating back 300 years. Visitors are welcome, as long as no photos are taken and the viewing of the rituals are done in a respectful manner. Guadalupe is a town of rich culture.
