Puebla, Mexico - Unravel Travel TV
Puebla City Centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site and it is one of Mexico's best-preserved Spanish Colonial treasures. It contains some 2,600 designated historic buildings. As Mexican cities go, this is a very pedestrian-friendly city and easy to explore on foot. If you'd rather not walk, a red double-decker Turibus runs narrated tours departing every half hour. You'll find both a bus stop and a tourist information booth in the zócalo.
Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception: built from 1575 -- 1640, its towers (at 73.9 m; 244 f) are considered the highest in the country and even Latin America. It is noted for its marble floors, rich gold leaf interior, and awesome main altar -- designed by Manuel Tolsa and depicting the kings and queens of 17th century Europe.
Palacio Municipal (Town Hall): Built on the original Spanish authority seat of government, the current Palacio dates from the beginning of the 2oth century, with a strong neoclassical architecture of the period of Dictator Porfirio Diaz. The style was also inspired by French architecture, which was fashionable at that time. In the interior houses a courtyard with a beautiful marble staircase.
Church of Santo Domingo: Considered by some to be Mexico's most exuberantly decorated temple, Santo Domingo dates from 1650. Its Capilla del Rosario is a dazzling mix of painted tiles, gold leaf, and sculpture. The Chapel dates from the second half of the 17th century and constitutes one of the greatest achievements of baroque art in the Americas. The chapel is laminated with 22k gold over stucco. A true wonder to behold.
Biblioteca Palafoxiana: Don't miss a visit to the New World's first public library! This site dates to the 17th century and once housed the hemisphere's finest collection of manuscripts. Today there are over 43,000 books in its inventory, including rare works from the 15th century. The site is located on the upper level of the Casa de la Cultura, next to the Cathedral.
Some other masterpieces of colonial architecture you can admire in Puebla Centre are the Ex-Convent of Santa Rosa, home to Puebla's excellent Museo de Artesanias; the Secret Convent of Santa Monica, built in the 17th century; the Museo Universitario - Casa De Los Muñecos, one of the most peculiar examples of civil baroque style in New Spain; the Iglesia de San Francisco, located in the oldest part of the city, and Museo Casa de Alfeñique, that owes its name to the abundant and fine ornamentation of white argamasa which looks like the famous sugar candies made in Puebla called alfeñiques.
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City Tour, Puebla, Mexico
Discover Puebla, an official Magical City in Mexico. Puebla is a World Heritage Site, with views of the Popo and Izta volcanoes. Here in Puebla, enjoy colonial architecure, specialized cuisine, artisans and charm. Founded by the Spanish in 1531, this city is the Angelopolis loved by everyone. My tour through the city of angels began with a late morning city tour atop a double decker bus. Puebla is home to many historic sites and architecure, literally dozens.
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CAUTION: I quickly learned that the Puebla's low hanging trees and wires were hazards for those on the top deck of the city tour bus.
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EXPLORE MEXICO: Veracruz City Highlights Tour
In this episode of Explore Mexico, take a short walking highlights tour in the city of Veracruz with Mike Vondruska.
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The city of Veracruz is located on the Gulf of Mexico 250 miles east of Mexico City. Veracruz city has been called the Gateway to Mexico because of its deep water port. Cargo ships have docked here ever since the Spanish conquered Mexico in the early 1500's.
When visiting the city of Veracruz, be prepared to speak Spanish because very few people there speak English. Also, exchange your foreign currency for Mexican Pesos. Almost everywhere US dollars will not be accepted.
Here are some of the Highlights you will see during this quick walking tour:
- Plaza de Armas (the main central plaza)
- Malecon (the prominade near the ocean)
- Cafe de la Parroquia
- San Juan de Ulua fortress
- El Baluarte de Santiago (another fort which was a part of the walled city which at one time surrounded Veracruz for protection)
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Puebla Travel Video
Puebla Travel Video - Once a bastion of conservatism, Catholicism and tradition, Puebla has come out of its colonial-era shell in recent years. The city retains a fantastically well-preserved center, a stunning cathedral and a wealth of beautiful churches, while younger poblanos (people from Puebla) are embracing the citys increasingly thriving art and nightlife scenes.
The city is well worth a visit, with 70 churches in the historic center alone, more than a thousand colonial buildings adorned with the azulejos (painted ceramic tiles) for which the city is famous, and a long culinary history that can be explored in any restaurant or food stall. For a city of its size, Puebla is far more relaxed and less gridlocked than you might expect.
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Puebla, the 4th largest city in Mexico
We visited Puebla, Mexico's 4th largest city, whose historic center is filled with 16th century Spanish and French architecture. Due to its history and architectural styles ranging from Renaissance to Mexican Baroque, the city was named a World Heritage Site. The city was founded in 1531 in an area called Cuetlaxcoapan which means where serpents change their skin. The original name of the city was Puebla de Los Angeles.
Besides its architecture, the city is famous for its cuisine, including mole poblano, (which means, Puebla style mole), a sauce made of 50 different ingredients including chili peppers, peanuts, chocolate, and cinnamon. Chicken prepared with mole poblano is considered the Mexican national dish.
The city is at 2200 m (7000 ft), so daytime temperatures are moderate year round and cool at night. It is surrounded by snow capped volcanoes, with elevations of 5500 m (18,000 ft).
We stayed at a very nice hotel near the town center called Real Santander. We would recommend the excellent restaurant, Mural Poblano, located near the town square. Exquisite food and reasonable prices.
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Mexico-Merida (the capital of the Mexican State of Yucatán) Part 5
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Mexico-Merida
Mérida is the capital of the Mexican State of Yucatán and largest city of the Yucatán Peninsula. It is located in the northwest part of the state, about 35 km (22 mi) from the Gulf of Mexico coast. The city is also the municipal seat of the Municipality of Mérida, which includes the city and the areas around it.
According to the 2010 census, the population of Mérida was 970,377, ranking 12th among the most populous Mexican metropolitan areas. The municipality's area is 858.41 km2 (331.43 sq mi). The metropolitan area includes the municipalities of Mérida, Umán and Kanasín and had a population of 1,035,238 in the same 2010 census. It is the largest of the four cities of the world that share the name Mérida, the other three being in Spain, Venezuela and The Philippines.
The city, like much of the state, has heavy Mayan, French, British and to a lesser extent Dutch influences. Mérida has the highest percentage of indigenous persons of any large city in Mexico with approximately 60% of all inhabitants being of the Maya ethnicity.
Mérida is serviced by Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport (IATA airport code: MID)
Mérida is located in the northwest part of the state of Yucatán, which occupies the northern portion of the Yucatán Peninsula. To the east is the state of Quintana Roo, to the west is the state of Campeche, to the north is the Gulf of Mexico, and far to the south is the state of Chiapas. The city is also located in the Chicxulub Crater. It has a very flat topography and is only 30 feet (9 m) above sea level. The land outside of Mérida is covered with smaller scrub trees and former henequen fields. Almost no surface water exists, but several cenotes (underground springs and rivers) are found across the state. Mérida has a centro histórico typical of colonial Spanish cities. The street grid is based on odd-numbered streets running east/west and even-numbered streets running north/south, with Calles 60 and 61 bounding the Plaza Grande in the heart of the city. The more affluent neighborhoods are located to the north and the most densely populated areas are to the south. The Centro Histórico area is becoming increasingly popular with American and other expats who are rescuing and restoring the classic colonial structures. The Los Angeles Times recently noted this surge of interest in rescuing Mérida's historic downtown.
Climate
Merida features a tropical wet and dry climate.The city lies in the trade wind belt close to the Tropic of Cancer, with the prevailing wind from the east. Mérida's climate is hot an its humidity is moderate to high, depending on the time of year. The average annual high temperature is 33 °C (91 °F), ranging from 28 °C (82 °F) in January to 36 °C (97 °F) in May, but temperatures often rise above 38 °C (100 °F) in the afternoon in this time. Low temperatures range between 18 °C (64 °F) in January to 23 °C (73 °F) in May and June. It is most often a few degrees hotter in Mérida than in coastal areas due to its inland location and low elevation. The rainy season runs from June through October, associated with the Mexican monsoon which draws warm, moist air landward. Easterly waves and tropical storms also affect the area during this season.Wikipedia
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Xochimilco - Mexican Venice
Video of a boat ride through canals of Xochimilco, one of the districts of Mexico city. The channels are a bit overcrowded, but it is still possible to feel the traditions of Mexicans. With flower shops, small floating 'tiendas' - peoples selling bear, waters, fried corn and many other things, and with 'mariachi' - musicians on boats. At the end of ride, one of boat drivers almost felt of his boat, and a part of the video is related to how he has got back to his passangers.
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Mexico-Merida
Mérida is the capital of the Mexican State of Yucatán and largest city of the Yucatán Peninsula. It is located in the northwest part of the state, about 35 km (22 mi) from the Gulf of Mexico coast. The city is also the municipal seat of the Municipality of Mérida, which includes the city and the areas around it.
According to the 2010 census, the population of Mérida was 970,377, ranking 12th among the most populous Mexican metropolitan areas. The municipality's area is 858.41 km2 (331.43 sq mi). The metropolitan area includes the municipalities of Mérida, Umán and Kanasín and had a population of 1,035,238 in the same 2010 census. It is the largest of the four cities of the world that share the name Mérida, the other three being in Spain, Venezuela and The Philippines.
The city, like much of the state, has heavy Mayan, French, British and to a lesser extent Dutch influences. Mérida has the highest percentage of indigenous persons of any large city in Mexico with approximately 60% of all inhabitants being of the Maya ethnicity.
Mérida is serviced by Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport (IATA airport code: MID)
Mérida is located in the northwest part of the state of Yucatán, which occupies the northern portion of the Yucatán Peninsula. To the east is the state of Quintana Roo, to the west is the state of Campeche, to the north is the Gulf of Mexico, and far to the south is the state of Chiapas. The city is also located in the Chicxulub Crater. It has a very flat topography and is only 30 feet (9 m) above sea level. The land outside of Mérida is covered with smaller scrub trees and former henequen fields. Almost no surface water exists, but several cenotes (underground springs and rivers) are found across the state. Mérida has a centro histórico typical of colonial Spanish cities. The street grid is based on odd-numbered streets running east/west and even-numbered streets running north/south, with Calles 60 and 61 bounding the Plaza Grande in the heart of the city. The more affluent neighborhoods are located to the north and the most densely populated areas are to the south. The Centro Histórico area is becoming increasingly popular with American and other expats who are rescuing and restoring the classic colonial structures. The Los Angeles Times recently noted this surge of interest in rescuing Mérida's historic downtown.
Climate
Merida features a tropical wet and dry climate.The city lies in the trade wind belt close to the Tropic of Cancer, with the prevailing wind from the east. Mérida's climate is hot an its humidity is moderate to high, depending on the time of year. The average annual high temperature is 33 °C (91 °F), ranging from 28 °C (82 °F) in January to 36 °C (97 °F) in May, but temperatures often rise above 38 °C (100 °F) in the afternoon in this time. Low temperatures range between 18 °C (64 °F) in January to 23 °C (73 °F) in May and June. It is most often a few degrees hotter in Mérida than in coastal areas due to its inland location and low elevation. The rainy season runs from June through October, associated with the Mexican monsoon which draws warm, moist air landward. Easterly waves and tropical storms also affect the area during this season.
Oaxaca - Mexico
Visit to Monte Alban National monument and the nearby city of Oaxaca in Mexico during the annual Guelagualetza fiesta. 2005, in Dutch. See also
MEXICO: MEXICO CITY: METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL RESCUED FROM SINKING
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Mexico City Metropolitan cathedral, the largest church in the Americas, is finally being set straight after years of sinking into moist clay.
The imposing church dominates the city's famed Zocalo Square and at one point tilted from end to end by eight feet (two and a half metres).
Experts say the building will continue to sink but they've lowered the high side over the last ten years to reduce the tilt and save it from collapse.
In a project that began a decade ago, workers in Mexico City have been painstakingly removing soil from underneath the Metropolitan cathedral's northern side.
Bit by bit, the high side has come down a little over three feet (one metre) - leaving the church not completely level, but good enough to prevent collapse.
It was once more than eight feet (two and a half metres) higher than the other end.
Sergio Zaldivar is the architect heading the government restoration team of 230 geophysicists, engineers and other experts.
SOUNDBITE: (Spanish)
What we are doing is to speed up the pace of subsidence in the parts which are sinking slowest so that there is more balance as the movement in the earth continues, so that the structural elements sink together more.
SUPER CAPTION: Sergio Zaldivar, architect
He said cracks in the walls can start being mended as well as the cracks in the floor, and other parts of the building.
But he added that the problems of subsidence were ongoing.
SOUNDBITE: (Spanish)
It is not easy to predict whether the problem of the ground can be overcome. We must accept that the process of ground subsidence, sinking of the foundations is going to be pretty much a problem that will be with us for a considerable time.
SUPER CAPTION: Sergio Zaldivar, architect
The cathedral was in trouble from the day construction began in 1573 on top of an Aztec ceremonial centre that included at least one pyramid.
Roman Catholic priests accompanying the Spanish conquerors regularly built churches atop Indian ceremonial sites in an effort to convert the Aztecs and end practices like sacrificing humans alive by cutting their hearts out.
In the 240 years that the cathedral was under construction before its consecration in 1813, architects made continual adjustments to compensate for sinking.
Work stopped when a huge flood in 1629 that lasted nearly eight years forced half of Mexico City's population to move to neighbouring Puebla.
The cathedral was erected on a masonry platform about four feet (a meter) thick that rests on a mass of short wooden pilings.
In addition to its historical importance, the building is unique because of its various architectural styles - a harmonious blend of Gothic, baroque and others.
It also houses priceless art treasures.
And it's not only the cathedral which is sinking - most of Mexico City is slowly subsiding because 80 percent of its water comes from wells that tap aquifers under the city.
Although rains are heavy during the rainy season, it isn't enough to replenish the aquifers, so the ground is compacting.
The city has sunk about 24 feet (seven metres) this century, and, like the cathedral, none of it evenly.
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Oaxaca, Mexico
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On the southernmost Pacific coast of Mexico is the state of Oaxaca.
It's the center of commerce for the 16 Indian cultures that live in the surrounding hills.
Here as nowhere else history tradition and prehispanic culture all blend with the excitement of the contemporary world.
Oaxacans are so proud of their capital that they've designated the entire city of Oaxaca a national historic monument. No new building is permitted within 5 kilometers of the city center.
Each day the local indians gather at Oaxaca's shady central plaza to display their handicrafts. The plaza is one of the most beautiful in all of Mexico
and provides an inviting spot for leisurely relaxation
or perhaps for a shoe-shine and a morning cup of coffee. Its colonial charm and streetside cafes are reminiscent of the older sections of a fine European town.
A few blocks from the plaza is the church of Santo Domingo - its modest exterior gives way to a gilded, highly ornamented interior.
At the highest point of the ceiling hundreds of angel faces converge where God's eye can watch over them and the world.
The old convent next door to the church of Santo Domingo has been converted into the Oaxacan regional museum. It houses a collection which includes
finely wrought Mixtec jewelry. and unusual artifacts. These pieces are just part of the treasure that is one the largest ever found in the Americas.
Ruins of Monte Alba, Oaxaca Mexico
An overview of the Ruins City of Monte Alban in Oaxaca Mexico. This was taken in 08.
PDC consultation presentation for land in Mitla, Oaxaca, Mx
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Tequisquiapan is a charming spa town in the state of Queretaro, in the Colonial Highlands. The town is popular as a weekend getaway for those in Mexico City (about 2 hours away) and in Queretaro, the state capital, which is less than an hour away. The town's center has lovely colonial buildings and a stunning salmon-and-cream-colored church in the main square. The video footage shows a bride in a horse-drawn carriage...just as she's making her way into the church to get married.
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Hispanic cuisine | Wikipedia audio article
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Hispanic cuisine
00:01:28 1 History
00:01:36 2 Cultural influences
00:01:46 2.1 Native American influence
00:03:14 2.2 African influence
00:04:04 2.3 European influence
00:04:55 2.4 Asian influence
00:05:40 3 Caribbean
00:06:44 3.1 Cuba
00:08:05 3.2 Haiti
00:09:57 3.3 Puerto Rico
00:11:11 4 Central America
00:11:51 4.1 Belize
00:13:20 4.2 Costa Rica
00:14:21 4.3 El Salvador
00:15:50 4.4 Guatemala
00:16:35 4.5 Honduras
00:18:12 4.6 Mexico
00:23:50 4.7 Nicaragua
00:25:30 4.8 Panama
00:26:21 5 South America
00:27:23 5.1 Argentina
00:28:19 5.2 Bolivia
00:28:47 5.3 Brazil
00:29:47 5.4 Chile
00:30:30 5.5 Colombia
00:31:26 5.6 Ecuador
00:33:19 5.7 Paraguay
00:34:10 5.8 Peru
00:35:38 5.9 Uruguay
00:36:17 5.10 Venezuela
00:36:58 6 Traditional eating customs
00:37:21 6.1 Traditions
00:38:22 7 See also
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Latin American cuisine is the typical foods, beverages, and cooking styles common to many of the countries and cultures in Latin America. Latin America is a highly diverse area of land that holds various cuisines that vary from nation to nation.
Some items typical of Latin American cuisine include maize-based dishes arepas, pupusas, tacos, tamales, tortillas and various salsas and other condiments (guacamole, pico de gallo, mole, chimichurri, chili, aji, pebre). These spices are generally what give the Latin American cuisines a distinct flavor; yet, each country of Latin America tends to use a different spice and those that share spices tend to use them at different quantities. Thus, this leads for a variety across the land. Sofrito, a culinary term that originally referred to a specific combination of sautéed or braised aromatics, exists in Latin American cuisine. It refers to a sauce of tomatoes, roasted bell peppers, garlic, onions and herbs.
Latin American beverages are just as distinct as their foods. Some of the beverages can even date back to the times of the Native Americans. Some popular beverages include coffee, mate, hibiscus tea, horchata, chicha, atole, cacao and aguas frescas.
Desserts in Latin America are generally very sweet in taste. They include dulce de leche, alfajor, rice pudding, tres leches cake, teja and flan.
From Veracruz to Chiapas Kbramblings's photos around Catemaco and San Cristobal de las Cassas
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During our stay on the Costa Esmeralda we enjoyed many great times with a family from Australia. Bev, Dave and their three children are touring North America for a year in a motor home. Together we headed for Veracruz and a couple of nights along the beach at Campamento El Rey on our way to Catemaco. Catemaco is away from the coast in the Sierra de los Tuxtlas on the shore of Lake Catemaco. The surrounding forest is tropical and lush. We explored the surrounding countryside with our Rav4, finding birds we had not seen before, Oropendolas, Tucans, Ringed Kingfisher, Brown Jays along with smaller Blue-grey and Yellow-winged Tanagers and Aztec Kingfishers. PHOTO_ID_L=beautiful-falls-near-catemac o.jpg] From Catemaco we went south to Chiapas and while on our way along the winding Cuoto (Toll Road) from Veracruz to Tuxtla Chiapas Ken suddenly noticed our towed was tracking to the right. Luckily there was a spot wide enough to pull off and we discovered although the car was attached to the Motrhome the tow plate on the car had broken. Soon unhitched we drove each vehicle separately. That night we spent the night outside Tuxtla at Hogar Infantil, a children's home operated by a U.S. Non-profit Corporation of the same name. There we met Daniel and Helene from Montreal who were also going to San Cristobal in the state of Chiapas San Cristobal is a beautiful city with lots of culture and interesting surrounding villages. We visited two villages, Chamula and Zinacantan, during a Mayan festival, where the language most speak is Tzotzil. Outside the community many speak Spanish and often English.Left aligned photo tag: Each of the villages has its own dress which is worn all the time and during this festival we saw other ceremonial clothing. The only way to visit these communities is with a tour. Although we were told by the other tour company that Mercedes wasn't touring anymore they neglected to say that her company still existed. Our guide, from Mecedes' company, provided an all day tour and was wonderful at explaining the customs, beliefs, ceremonies and the community gov ernment. In addition to Spanish, English and some German he spoke Tzotzil and was known in the community. San Cristobal has many interesting shops and wonderful markets all within walking distance of Bonampak Trailer Park .The Park is attached to a lovely hotel of the same name. We bought and enjoyed fresh fruit, vegetables and seafood from the market. Nearby the colorful Craft market, beside San Domingo Church, displays beautiful embroidered and woven articles. We are taking home a few pieces that we couldn't resist. While there were two groups that arrived with interesting vehicles. One group was driving Vixen RVs, which were made in Michigan in the 1980's. The other was a huge bus with sleeping accommodation, cooking facilities and regular seats for 24 people. This bus is used by tour groups from Germany. With the tow bar was repaired by a local welder and as good as new we were now ready for the drive to Oaxaca. .
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Photos from this trip:
1. Zocalo in San Cristobal
2. Bell Tower on the San Cristobal Cathedral
3. Crowded streets of Chamula Chiapas
4. Church of Chamula
5. We thought these cows had the right idea.
6. Weaver in Zinacantan Chiapas
7. Weaving and Embroidery what a striking effect
8. Vixen Motor Homes Vintage Late 1980's
9. Enjoying the Falls near Catemaco
10. Beautiful Falls near Catemaco
11. At the San Domingo Market San Cristobal
12. This Bus sleeps 24 and cooking facilities
13. Lake Catamaco
14. Emily's first facial
15. One of the many Nansiyaga statutes
16. Lunch in Catamaco Great food
17. Cigar factory near Catamaco
18. Botanical Garden outside Catamaco
19. Around Lake Catamaco
20. HotelTepetapan campground
21. Very modern Bridge of Mexico
22. Main corner of San Cristobal
23. Festival Day crowds in the town of Chamula
24. Crowds gathered for Chamula festivities
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