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Bulls and Murals and Planets, Oh My! A 3-Day Tour of Tlaxcala and Puebla

Explore the cultural and natural wonders of Tlaxcala and Puebla on a 3-day tour from Mexico City. Visit archaeological sites, colonial haciendas, museums, churches, and a planetarium. Witness a bullfight and taste local cuisine.

Mexicanist

Apr 26, 2023 — 4 min read

Admire the colorful talavera tiles and baroque architecture of Huamantla, Tlaxcala. Image by Miguel Angel Ramírez from Pixabay

If you're planning a trip to Mexico City and looking for a quick but fulfilling excursion, consider a 3-day tour to the neighboring states of Tlaxcala and Puebla. Here's what you can expect from this itinerary:

Day 1: Tlaxcala

Begin early in the morning with a visit to the archaeological sites of Cacaxtla and Xochitecatl. Cacaxtla was a major center of the Olmec-Xicalanca culture that flourished in the region from the 7th to the 11th century AD. You can admire the well-preserved murals that depict scenes of battles, rituals, and daily life.

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