Category: Colonial Cities by kiwy49 | 0 comments
This colonial city in the center of the country is located 220 Km to the north of Mexico City. There are 2 ways you can get to this city. One thing you could do is taking a direct flight to the city, or you may fly to Mexico city first then take a bus or drive. I would recommend to go for the second option because it is cheaper.
This city, which is the third most visited colonial city in the country, has different things to offer, but it is especially fun for those who like visiting this type of cities. The historic downtown, for example, offers the visitor over 460 years of history and tradition with its marvelous, cathedrals, mansions, palaces, and aqueduct.
The easiest way to see all of this beauty is by taking a tour in two story trolley, which will take you to the main sites, monuments, and most important issues of the city. Visiting the museums is also another important thing you shouldn’t miss. There are about seven of them, all of which are really nice and informative.
Queretaro also offers attractive options of music to dance or listen, different kinds of live shows, and a great variety of Mexican as well as international cuisine. There are also different coffee shops where you can have a refreshment and talk. I have been in this city three times and I have to say that what I like the most about it is the architecture, so if you get the chance to visit this beautiful city, don’t forget your camera.
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Category: Colonial Cities, Lakes, Rivers, Shopping, Waterfalls by kiwy49 | 2 comments
Valle de Bravo is a small picturesque colonial town located in the state of Mexico. It is surrounded by beautiful mountains in the middle of a big forest. As you can see, Valle de Bravo also has a beautiful lake where people like to sail and practice other water sports. This colonial town is only an hour away from the industrial city of Toluca. In order to get to Valle de Bravo if you are coming from abroad, you will need to take a plane to the city of Toluca and then catch a bus or rent a car to drive there.
There are many reasons why people like to come to Valle the Bravo on vacations. Some wealthy mexicans from Mexico city come here every weekend or on holidays to spend some relaxing time in their nice homes that they built just for that. Nature lovers come here to enjoy some of the town’s natural beauty such as the forest, the lake, the rivers, the waterfalls, and the mazing views you can have from the different mountains there are.
There are also others that come here to enjoy the food, the colonial style architecture, and the different handcrafts stores that makes this town a very peaceful and colorful place. And what can I say about extreme sports lovers? Well, there is something for them, too. As for extreme sports Valle de Bravo has become a popular spot for hangliding and paragliding, making this town a preferred destination for thrill seekers.
As far as accomodations in Valle de Bravo, I can say that there are quite a few nice and luxurious hotels. However, I strongly recommend that if you come to this place and you are going to be in the mountains, in the forest, and near a lake, you should rent one of those nice wooden “cabañas”.
Anyway, If you are thinking of spending some relaxing time toguether with your family or friends, come to Valle de Bravo. I can guarantee that you will have a very relaxing and at the same time exciting mexican vacation.
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