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Welcome to Puebla, Mexico Travelers Guide. This page is created for those who want to discover the beauty of Puebla. We provide photos and useful information on different attractions and activities in Puebla.

Puebla is a Mexican state located in the south-central part of the country, to the east of Mexico City. The city is famously known also as the City of Angels, City of Tiles and Heroic City of Zaragoza. It’s one of the oldest cities in the country and its colonial architecture has been well preserved. The city does not have a coastline but the beautiful mountains will definitely capture your attention as you see the stunning nature trails of Mexico. If you are looking for the nicest and most artistic potteries, you must visit Tavera, one of Puebla’s famous spots. And to complete your trip to Puebla, you should not miss the carnival and culinary delights the city offers. There are still more places and exciting activities in Puebla that you should know. To learn more about the secret of this beautiful city of Puebla, start browsing our pages now and we guarantee you to feel the excitement.

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Puebla: One place, many virtues
Puebla: One place, many virtues

Just one view of the magnificent Pico de Orizaba from Puebla gets you a feel of the city you are in. Puebla, being a colonial city and one of the most important of it’s kind, certainly has a lot to offer you in ways more than one, be it the fabulous cuisine, the breathtaking scenery, [...]

La Purificadora, Puebla
La Purificadora, Puebla

La purificadora is a boutique property that is all about style and glamour. It is a former 19th-century water purification center located in Puebla, Mexico. The hotel features soaring stone walls and hulking dark-wood beams. Guest rooms are compact and fairly minimalist, and early construction flaws are being amended. The Suite A, which is is [...]

The Process of Making Mexican Talavera
The Process of Making Mexican Talavera

The gorgeous Mexican pottery known as Talavera has an intriguing history that dates back to the 16th century. Mexico is full of tales and stories, so it is sometimes difficult to trace the facts back. There is a pretty solid agreement, however, that the Talavera so popular in Mexican has far reaching roots in Spain. [...]

Mexican Carnival: Bright Costumes, Music and Fun!
Mexican Carnival: Bright Costumes, Music and Fun!

Around the world, the days before Lent are a time to celebrate and enjoy life to the fullest. Also known as Mardi Gras, in Mexico however, Carnival is what is celebrated in the week before Ash Wednesday. While festivities differ from city to city, the overall theme is universal and the fun to be had [...]

Talavera: Mexico’s Brilliance and Vibrance Expressed Through Pottery
Talavera: Mexico’s Brilliance and Vibrance Expressed Through Pottery

While the name, talavera, comes from the Spanish city of Talavera de la Reina, the pottery originated in the Mexican cities of Puebla, Guanajuato, Mexico and Dolores Hidalgo. The Mexican pottery has strong Spanish and Chinese roots and comes from a form of pottery work known as majolica. Majolica is handmade using the earth’s resources [...]

Cheesy Quisine: Mexican Queso Fundido
Cheesy Quisine: Mexican Queso Fundido

Melted cheese really has the magic to please even the most conservative palates. The many amazing cheeses found throughout Mexico’s cities are the main reason queso fundido is such a deliciously popular dish. This cheese fondue is much different from other fondues, mostly because of the cheese used and ingredients added. It will probably never [...]

If Mexico had A National Bread, It Would Be Pan Dulce
If Mexico had A National Bread, It Would Be Pan Dulce

It just doesn’t get better than coffee with a side of pan dulce, fresh from the best panederias in Mexico. Above, a shop has been set up outside a train station in Chiapas offering coffee, pan dulce, arroz con leche and tamales. That’s the type of breakfast that will keep you smiling all day. Pan [...]

Flores de Calabasas: Fried Goodness from Squash Flowers
Flores de Calabasas: Fried Goodness from Squash Flowers

Who could guess that something as simple as a flower could become such an extravagant delicacy? Especially with the green concept of “waste not” becoming all the rage, the idea of utilizing every aspect of a plant makes the most sense. When the parts taste as wonderfully as the flowers of the squash plant, it’s [...]

In Mexico, a Simple Rag Becomes Art and So Much More
In Mexico, a Simple Rag Becomes Art and So Much More

A trapito, a simple small rag, is what this gorgeous piece of art is. Trapitos are usually used around the house for cleaning, doing dishes or, perhaps, for polishing some furniture. It is no surprise that a culture, long known for their cleanliness, would also have the most beautiful items as implements for basic daily [...]

Huipiles: Gorgeous Examples of Authentic Mexican Embroidery
Huipiles: Gorgeous Examples of Authentic Mexican Embroidery

Huipiles or Uipilli in Nahuatl, simply means blouse. However, one look at the exquisite beauty of these loom embroidered textiles begs to ask, can they truly be considered just a blouse? More wearable artwork then simply clothing, these amazing textiles are one of the most common items traveling back home with visitors of Mexico. In [...]