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Travel Guide of Puebla
Info. about Puebla, food, art, places to see and visit, etc...
Cholula Main Plaza and Convento de San Gabriel Arcángel
This is an important meeting point in Cholula with a nice fountain of San Miguel Arcángel, donated in 1554 by King Felipe II of Spain. It is framed by the Ex Convento de San Gabriel and the city hall fronted by a line of businesses and restaurants, which in turn are fronted by a 170 meters (560 ft) gallery, marked by 46 arches supported by columns, known as the Guerrero Portal, an ideal place to enjoy the atmosphere and good cuisine of Cholula.
Puebla City
The City of Puebla is located 85 miles away from Mexico City. Modern highways communicate with all the main cities around the country. It has an International Airport, named Hermanos Serdán, as well as an important Bus Station. A place full of culture, charm, traditions, history, beliefs...The magnificent trace of the city has made up the legend that was the angels who did it. Puebla is a jewel of the world’s architecture and has been able to adapt spaces and fill them with life and movement. The city is well-stocked with modern and comfortable hotels, beautiful colonial buildings, and interesting museums. The end of April kicks off the month-long “Feria de Puebla”, a festival full of special events.
Santuario de la Virgen de los Remedios
The church was built on the pyramid in 1594 as a symbol of the evangelization of the Spaniards over native polytheism. The hill remains verdant on the front side, and on the other side, archeologists have excavated the pyramid’s stairways, sacrificial altars, and five miles of tunnels that are open to visitors. After a large earthquake, it was rebuilt between 1864 and 1874. Though it’s up seemingly endless steps, the hike to the top of the hill is worth the effort. The panoramic view of Cholula, Puebla, and surrounding volcanoes is breathtaking, especially if you arrive early.
Atlixco
It is also known as the City of Flowers and lies at the foot of Popocatépetl, next to medicinal springs, spas, and spectacular views of the majestic volcano. The claims to have the best climate in the world and you can visit its colorful nurseries filled with an enormous diversity of flowers. You can visit: the “zócalo”, ringed with benches covered in decorative tiles inviting you to sit; the “Calle de las Flores” with colorful facades decorated with flowers; the Ex Convento del Carmen dating back from the 16th century; the Iglesia de la Merced, built in 1680 with an important collection of paintings; the Capilla de la Tercera Orden, with a magnificent Baroque altarpiece; the Church and Convent of Santa Clara, neoclassical style building; the San Juan de Dios Hospital dating back from the 16th century, with a Picture Gallery exhibiting over 50 works from the 17th and 18th centuries; and the Ex-Franciscan Convent, a fortress-like church with a beautiful altarpiece.
Africam Safari
Puebla has the most important zoo in Latin America where there is a great variety of wild animals, as well as a great number of endemic species, and there are also some endangered species. In this spectacular zoo the animals live free like in their natural habitat. The zoo extends to 30 ha. at the bank of the Valsequillo Lake and it is one of the largest in Mexico. This amazing zoo and wild animal park is home to more than 3,500 animals from 300 different species. The park is divided into regions that house wildlife from Asia, Africa, and North America. Visitors can drive through the park in their cars or in the zoo bus, and mingle with the free-roaming animals.
Metepec
The small town is on the slopes of Popocatepetl. It used to be an important textile production center. Today there is a nice resort, Centro Vacacional IMSS. There are fish hatcheries and ponds, ideal for fishing trout, with a restaurant and camping areas.
Fun things to do in Cholula, Puebla
Click on view and scroll through the link There are many activities to see and do. Especially if you make the trip for a week and want to explore the state. https://www.expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-San-Pedro-Cholula.d553248635924572155.Travel-Guide-Activities