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
Sounds odd, doesn't it? In my mind, Mexico does not resemble Europe, despite having been colonised by europeans. And, let's be fair, after visiting Mexico, I can still stand by this. Mexico doesn't feel like any European place I have been to, and I am far from thinking this is a bad thing. For architecture … Continue reading Finding European Golden Times in Mexico City
The Winged Bone 