tlacotalpan, Veracruz Port |
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Visit these towns in Veracruz where folklore and the witty sense of humor of the people will lift your spirit and ensure that you have a wonderful time. You'll start the tour in Alvarado, which centuries ago was a slave port and a base for many pirates. Nowadays it is an important fishing port. People here are so kind and full of joy, in fact don't be surprised if they invite you to play Chinese checkers or the Mexican Loteria with them in the Main Square. You can also find excellent restaurants selling delicious seafood cocktails and many other magnificent gastronomic delicacies from Alvarado. Next you will be taken to Tlacotalpan, a beautiful city, designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This city is the cultural cradle of Veracruz and features a rich variety of music, gastronomy, traditional celebrations and arts and crafts. Here you can visit magnificent historical houses, such as the Salvador Ferrando Jarocho Museum, where many paintings by this artist and others are exhibited. The colorful altarpiece and murals of the Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria Church, dedicated to the town’s patron saint, are also well worth seeing. While on this tour, all the color and history that the houses and the people have will captivate you, ensuring that you'll fall in love with the rich culture of Veracruz. Come and experience this wonderful tour! |