The name came from the word mestizo, the typical residents of the area during the Spanish period.

The popularity of this new town grew instantly during the Spanish period.

During the Spanish period from 1823 to 1897 most especially in the latter part, the place became notorious for public executions.

After the Spanish period, the strategically important city was repeatedly besieged.

The city still retains much architecture from the Spanish period.

The trail itself was first projected during the Spanish period.

The original building of the current cathedral was built during the Spanish period.

During the early Spanish period, most education was carried out by the religious orders.

Social class was particularly fluid during the Spanish period, although there were some distinctions.

Only a few could was registered during the Spanish period.