5 FANTASTIC PLACES TO VISIT IN PUEBLA - THE BACKPACKING

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Wednesday, July 5, 2017

5 FANTASTIC PLACES TO VISIT IN PUEBLA

Cultural heritage of Humanity
It is named by Unesco Cultural Patrimony of Humanity in 1987. Heroic city that dressed of glory when successfully delivering the Battle of Puebla, 5 of May in 1862 in its Fortes de Loreto and Guadalupe, commanded by the General Ignacio Saragossa.
The Angelópolis coexists with the rhythm of modernity,
proudly showing the richness of the past where legends and traditions endured framed with the majesty of more than two thousand colonial buildings cataloged, eternal guardians of our history and in this article you will know the places that you must know of This wonderful city.
1.- Cathedral of Puebla
Category
Attractions & Sights
Description
Puebla Cathedral
The Cathedral of Puebla is the most representative monument of this city. In addition to being the cathedral with the highest towers of the continent and is considered one of the most beautiful cathedrals in the world for its architecture and Renaissance façade. In its interior you can admire an important artistic heritage novohispano with paintings, sculptures, goldsmiths and cabinet makers.
Activities
You can take a tour; Initiating it in the atrium there will observe the towers, niches, the facade, will have access to the bell tower; In the interior you will admire the altarpiece of the Kings, the Choir, the Cypress and the pictorial works.

Location
The address is September 16th corner with 5 East

Schedules
Monday to Sunday 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. And 4:15 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Open Chapel: Thursday and Friday
Price
Adults $ 100.00 Children under 12 years stay free.
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2.- Street of Santa Clara


Santa Clara
Category
Purchases
Description
Sweets Puebla
If you want to know more about poblano cuisine, and you have a weakness for sweets, you should not stop visiting this street where you will even have problems choosing from the great variety of sweets that will be presented at more than 40 stores. Among cocadas, borrachitos, gaznates, pancakes, jamoncillos and more, you will see.
It is also known as the street of Santa Clara because there was the convent of the Poor Clares.
Activities
You will be able to buy the state's most representative sweets such as sweet potatoes, Santa Clara pancakes and the mushroom. And bring the little gift and remember that you like it.
Currently, along this street there are numerous shops offering the popular sweets and show the Pueblan tradition of craftsmanship, domestic creativity and convent imagination.

Location
From 16 September to 4 North, Puebla. It is three blocks from the Zocalo and one block from the Main Theater

Schedules
Open from Monday to Sunday the store hours are from 9 am to 9 pm
Price
Free entry
3.- Star of Puebla
Star of Puebla
Category
Fun and entertainment
Description
La Estrella de Puebla is part of a project called "Linear Park", with the intention of promoting tourism and family coexistence by combining open recreational spaces and approach to culture.
From here you can admire splendid panoramic views.
It has 80 m of height and 54 gondolas, reason why it received a recognition by Guinness Records, like the largest observation wheel in its type of Latin America.
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Activities
At its feet there are benches and fountains, an Art Garden, several restaurants, three artificial lakes and running tracks. So if you do not dare to climb on one of its 54 gondolas to admire the breathtaking view, you will spend a very pleasant time at your feet anyway.
Location
Oso Mayor s / n, Puebla, you can take reference La Plaza Angelópolis

Schedules
Monday to Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Price
Adults $ 40.00 VIP gondola $ 300.00 for 6 passengers.
4.- Square of the Frogs
Square of the Frogs

Category
Purchases
Plazuela de los Sapos 2Description
It is an esplanade surrounded by typical viceregal houses, where you can see beautiful gates and balconies on their facades.
These buildings are currently occupied by antique bazaars and restaurants
Activities
You can enjoy a walk among the streets and know the shops that have been installed in these old houses like antique bazaars, bars and restaurants.
On Saturdays and Sundays you will find a tianguis with typical crafts, antiques, art objects and numismatics.
Location
6 South Street between 5 Ote. And 7 Ote., Puebla. Practically two blocks from the Cathedral

5.- Archaeological zone of Cholula
Cholula
Category
 Nature and Parks
Description
Here is the Tlachihualtépetl, which means 'hill handmade', and which is also known as the Great Pyramid of Cholula.
The archaeological zone of Cholula
 still conserves the remains of what was the greater pyramidal building of the old Mexico. It is a structure that actually consists of seven structures onPut, and that is dedicated to the rain god Chiconquiahuitl. Activities You can take a hike on the largest pyramidal basement in the world with more than 400 meters per side. Location 7Av. Morelos Corner 8 Nte., Puebla 15 Min From The City of Angels.Timetables 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. $ 52.00 and Children under 13 have Free Admission. 6.- Africam SafariAfricam CategoryNature and ParksDescriptionThe park was founded By Captain Carlos Camacho Espirito, a businessman from Valsequillo, Puebla, who gradually acquired animals to create the AfriCam, later named with its current name of Africam Safari. This zoo is characterized by having the animals in a natural habitat, Because they walk freely, however there are certain limits, in order to take care of the safety of visitors. Without a doubt, it will be an experience for the whole family that can not help but to witness.ActivitiesThis park represents a place where you can live the experience of An African safari but from the comfort of your vehicle. Inside it, or even in some of the buses of the place, you can stroll among giraffes, antelopes, lions, zebras, deer, bengal tigers and other animals that will surprise you by its size. There is an evening stroll that will leave you with a unique experience.LocationLocated at kilometer 16.5 of the Carlos Camacho Boulevard. Puebla