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What to Do in Oaxaca City – The Home of the Delicious 7 Moles
Oaxaca City is the capital of the namesake federal state in the south of Mexico. Its official name is Oaxaca de Juárez, but it’s often simply called Oaxaca, and is loved by local and foreign tourists alike for what it has to offer. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, the city invites to take a stroll along its cobbled streets and colonial houses, enjoy its many museums, or just indulge in the famous Oaxacan cuisine: Tlayudas (corn-based Mexican pizza), quesillo (string cheese), chocolate, and of course the 7 moles (pronounced MO-le), a variety of thick sauces with many ingredients, among them often chili peppers and chocolate. The nearby archaeological…
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24 Best Things to Do in Puebla, Mexico – Colonial Architecture, Culture, and Cuisine
History, culture, and amazing food – Puebla has it all. A bustling city located just a few hours southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is the capital and largest city of the namesake state. The city is a blend of stunning colonial architecture, lively markets, and delicious cuisine: Puebla is the home of the Mole Poblano and the Chile en Nogada, both iconic dishes. The historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its many colonial buildings, among them several adorned with colorful tiles known as Talavera. On top of that, there’s always something cultural going on, which is why so many expats love this place so much –…
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18 Best Things to Do in Mexico City – And How to Plan Your Stay
The capital of Mexico and home to 180 Museums: Mexico City can’t be fully explored in just one day. The 2 million-inhabitant capital of Mexico is diverse and vibrant, and at first glance, you might not know where to start your trip. But no worries, I’ve got you covered! In this guide, we’ll start from the heart of the city, the zócalao (main square). I’ll list the highlights of Mexico that you should have heard of, and how to best plan your stay before you arrive. Be it architecture, museums, culture, or history – the capital of Mexico has so much to offer for everyone. Even if you’ve been to…
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Best Things to Do in Valladolid
A colonial treasure in the heart of the Yucatán peninsula: This Magical Town (Pueblo Mágico) offers great architecture along with modern boutiques and restaurants. Unfortunately, Valladolid is known by many tourists as the main transit point for tours on the way to Chichen Itza. This was also our first experience with this town: We were ushered out of the tourist bus and got 15 minutes to run around the busy main square, to get something to eat or drink, and then headed back by bus to our hotel in Cancún. If the town hadn’t been a convenient stop on our recent trip through the Yucatán peninsula, I wouldn’t have thought…
