It was love at first sight. I was still not quite there but the road leading the way was already sending me some very positive signals. I had flown from Mexico City to the state of Chiapas - the poorest in Mexico. I was going to spend two days and two nights in San Cristóbal. … Continue reading San Cristóbal de Las Casa, un pueblo mágico, indeed
Here's a great place to visit for free in Mexico City. And why? Because this is the one place where you can admire some of Diego's Riviera greatest work - his murals in the Palacio Real tell the story of a culture, of a country and of humanity. The palace sits right in the Zocalo, … Continue reading Diego Riviera’s Murals in the National Palace of Mexico City
My time in Mexico City was limited. As I wrote here before, I soon realised I wasn't be able to see as much as I'd like. Aside from being rich in museums and such a an artistic culture, the capital of Mexico is also an intricate combination of different neighbours with something unique and exclusive. … Continue reading A brief visit to Coyoacán
Frida Kahlo has always been an idol to me. A feminist icon without a doubt, the more I learnt about her the more I aspired to be half the woman she was. A brave fighter, she was able to channel her pain through art, showing the world without any shame who she was and where … Continue reading Visiting Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul
One of the best things I did while staying in Mexico City was to take a guided tour to the amazing archaeological place of Teotihuacan. I woke up rested and ready to go on this tour. I had chosen the early morning one (I highly recommend this one) to avoid the crowds and witness the … Continue reading Teotihuacan, the ancient mystery
The Winged Bone 