Plaza San Jacinto
Architectural Landmark
Plaza San Jacinto marks the heart of San Ángel and is a square well known for having outstanding beauty and bloody history. The square saw the hanging of Irish deserters who, during the Mexican-American War, abandoned the Americans and sided with the Mexicans; a memorial plaque has been placed in the square listing the names of the Irish soldiers. Nowadays this square is home to the Bazaar Sábado, excellent restaurants and many beautiful and historical buildings.