Founded in 1576, today's Leon is one of Mexico's top five most populated and important cities. It abounds with tourist attractions, from archeological sites to cathedrals, museums to city parks, theaters to modern restaurants. Since the early 20th century, Leon has experienced extraordinary industrial growth in leather production, agriculture, and livestock. The more than 4,000 guest rooms are distributed among 42 hotels are a testament to the growing interest in this energetic and innovative colonial city. The Guanajuato International Airport is a 22-mile drive from downtown Leon, with direct flights to 7 international cities, including Los Angeles, Chicago, and Houston.

Notable Events that have taken place in Leon include:

World Youth Conference 2010

World Rally Championships (Annual)

International Hot Air Baloon Festival (Festival International del Globo, Annual)

International Congress of Evangelical Businessmen 2010

"Leon: An Emerging International Destination". Leon was featured in PCMA Convene Magazine, August 2011. Click here to read the article. 

Leon has been named Best Convention Bureau by ConvencioneS Magazine. Click here to see the press release.