Fast Facts

Area Code -- The telephone area code is 434.

Climate -- The climate is delightful most of the year, but occasional blustery days bring swirls of chilled air from across the lake, causing everyone to retreat indoors. October through April, it's cold enough for a heavy sweater, especially in the morning and evening. Few hotels have fireplaces or any source of heat in the rooms.

Elevation -- Pátzcuaro sits at an altitude of 2,200m (7,216 ft.).

Emergency -- Dial tel. 434/349-0209 for emergency assistance.

Hospital -- The Hospital Civil Dr. Gabriel García is at Calle Romero 18 (tel. 434/342-0285).

Population -- Pátzcuaro has 70,000 residents.

Post Office -- The correo, located a half-block north of Plaza Chica, on the right side of the street, is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 2pm and 4 to 8pm.