Where It's Located
The Guadalajara Mexico Temple is located at Av. Nicolás Copérnico 943 in Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico, part of the greater Guadalajara metropolitan area. The temple sits on a 6.5-acre site in a quiet residential neighborhood and includes a patron housing facility and beautifully landscaped grounds. (churchofjesuschristtemples.org)
Getting There
The nearest major airport is Guadalajara International Airport (GDL), officially Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Travelers from the United States can find nonstop flights from many cities, including Los Angeles, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, Phoenix, Chicago, Denver, San Jose, Sacramento, and several others. From the airport, the temple is approximately a 35- to 45-minute drive, depending on traffic.
A Bit of History
The Guadalajara Mexico Temple was announced by President Gordon B. Hinckley on April 2, 1999. It became the twelfth temple in Mexico and the first temple built in western Mexico, greatly reducing travel for members who had previously journeyed to the Mexico City Mexico Temple. (churchofjesuschristtemples.org)
Groundbreaking and site dedication took place on June 25, 2000, with Elder James E. Faust presiding. Following a public open house held during April 2001, President Gordon B. Hinckley dedicated the temple on April 29, 2001, making it the 105th operating temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. (churchofjesuschristtemples.org)
The temple underwent a major renovation beginning in January 2019. After extensive upgrades and improvements, it was rededicated by President Dallin H. Oaks on June 12, 2022, following a public open house. (churchofjesuschristtemples.org)
Design and Architecture
The Guadalajara Mexico Temple contains approximately 10,700 square feet of floor space. Its exterior features light-colored stone with a single attached spire topped by an angel Moroni statue. The design follows the classic smaller temple plan introduced during President Hinckley's administration while incorporating architectural details that complement the surrounding region. (churchofjesuschristtemples.org)
Inside, the temple includes two ordinance rooms, two sealing rooms, and one baptistry. The temple's elegant interior, manicured landscaping, and peaceful setting provide a welcoming environment for members from western Mexico. (churchofjesuschristtemples.org)
Final Thoughts
The Guadalajara Mexico Temple has served Latter-day Saints in western Mexico for more than two decades and remains an important landmark for the Church in the region. As the first temple built in western Mexico, it has significantly reduced travel for thousands of members while standing as a symbol of the Church's continued growth throughout the country. Its convenient location, beautiful architecture, and rich history make it a memorable stop for anyone visiting Latter-day Saint temples in Mexico. (churchofjesuschristtemples.org)
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