On July 12, 1852, Francisco de la Vega, then governor of Sinaloa, marched to the limits of the city with 250 soldiers, two cannons and weapons and prepared to take command of Mazatlán, but it was too much hatred what this governor had provoked among the Mazatlecos who, despite only having 60 men, the citizens joined the battle that took place on the land that is currently Plazuela Machado and its surroundings.

[2] Originally it had an esplanade with 36 stone benches and leafy orange trees, which is why it received the name "El Paseo de los Naranjos".

[5] The place offers a rich cultural experience as visitors can buy local crafts at commercial stalls.

[6] In this square Amado Nervo walked during his days in the city and met two musicians Enrique Navarro and Eligio Mora.

[8] Painting exhibitions, book fairs and all kinds of cultural, artistic and political events are held quite regularly.