Santa Bárbara, Chihuahua

History

Santa Bárbara, Chihuahua, was first established by the Spanish conquistadors during the 16th century in Nueva España. During the rule of Francisco de Ibarra, governor and Commander-in-Chief, the town of Santa Barbara expanded to the north. In 1564, rebellious tribes appeared and a conqueror under de Ibarra, as known as Don Rodrigo, suppressed the defiant deeds of the people. On December 17, 1930, the town received its title City due to the Loyal Decree of Legislature.

Economy

This city produced crops such as walnuts, mesquites, junipers, acamos, gatuños, willows and madroños. The city's main fruits are peach, pear and apple. These products are being sold world-wide. The city also relies on natural minerals such as lead, silver, gold, zinc, fluorite and other minerals are abundant. Lead is the main mineral being produced in this city. The mines collectively occupy 7,180 hectares of the city.

Tourist Attractions

Tourists are attracted to caves, mountain ranges and other natural infrastructures of this city. The caves have ancient paintings on the cave walls made by early indigenous people who resided here long before the arrival of Spaniards.