Nearly every town in Veracruz already meets at the market. You should too.
While the fresh foods, fruits, and vegetables can seem like a great start to a vacation, there are also an increasing number of services for visitors from all over - at the local market.
Nearly every town in Veracruz has a public market. Some of them are supported by the local government, and many more are not. But all of them descend to us from the historic tianguis of Mesoamerica. These were remarked upon, early, by the Spanish in the 16th century. They remain not just commercial centers for trade, but also important social and cultural focus points for every community you’ll find them in. The public market is a great way to get to know the community and many markets offer cultural and social experiences too. In fact, in many smaller communities, public markets are increasingly serving as informal welcome centers offering friendly advice for visitors on everything from lodging and area attractions to local tours and events. Depending on where you go, nearly every public market has at least some local artisan goods. In heavily visited areas, this can lead to a full-on crush in artisan goods, and even to artisan-only markets. Most of these will include at least some food, too. And we’re not talking about a fast food court either. What a market is supposed to be is such a strong concept that Mexican merchants wouldn’t dream of working where they can’t eat, too. For international visitors, the market can seem like a trip into the past. Some markets are humble. Some have seen better days. But for all of them, Mexico’s commitment has returned, full circle, to smaller dealers, independent outlets, and people with names and faces. They’re names and faces you can get to know, too. With that, you’re trip to Mexico could open up to nearly any adventure you could imagine. The point is, finally, that much of Mexico still lives in close contact with agricultural communities. That’s why so much of the food is so fresh and traditional. You don’t need to book are farmstay to get a feel for it, although they’re increasingly popular in the alt-travel community. Farm fresh food is always as close as the local market, even in big cities. And not only can you pick up produce that’s practically right out of the field, you can also enjoy prepared food that’s just as fresh.
Córdoba, histórica ciudad donde se firmaron los Tratados de Córdoba en 1821, cuenta con atractivos como la Laguna del Porvenir, fincas de café y monumentos como el Palacio Municipal y la Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción. Su gastronomía incluye tezmole, café y ron, y es famosa por sus artesanías en lana, madera y bisutería de café. Además, celebra festividades como el Canto de la Rama y el Festival Internacional de Jazz.
With the best possible views of the tallest mountain in Mexico, this Magical Town seems nearly always to be abuzz.
Naolinco de Victoria, ubicado en el estado de Veracruz, es un pintoresco pueblo mágico conocido por su arquitectura colonial y su rica historia. Su nombre proviene del náhuatl, que se interpreta como «Las cuatro estaciones del año», debido a sus cambios climáticos impredecibles. Habitado originalmente por el pueblo totonaca, Naolinco fue fundado en 1526 y más tarde, en 1910, adoptó el nombre de Naolinco de Victoria en honor al presidente Guadalupe Victoria. La vida en Naolinco transcurre con tranquilidad, permitiendo a los visitantes experimentar la calidez y hospitalidad de su gente. Es un lugar donde las tradiciones se mantienen vivas, y cada rincón cuenta una historia que invita a ser descubierta. Una característica notable de Naolinco es su clima templado y húmedo, con temperaturas promedio anuales que oscilan entre 18°C y 24°C. Esta agradable temperatura contribuye a su exuberante vegetación y paisajes montañosos, ofreciendo a los visitantes un entorno natural impresionante.
Orizaba, en Veracruz, es una ciudad que combina belleza natural, rica historia y una vibrante cultura. Entre sus atractivos se destacan el Paseo del Río, el ascenso al Citlatepetl, el Palacio de Hierro y la Catedral de San Miguel. Además, ofrece actividades como ciclismo, tirolesa y festividades como la Fiesta de San Miguel Arcángel. Su gastronomía incluye platillos típicos como pambazos, chileatole y tacos orizabeños. Orizaba es un destino ideal para disfrutar de naturaleza, cultura y tradición.
Papantla es famosa por su riqueza natural, cultural y tradicional. Destaca por el Ritual de los Voladores, reconocido por la UNESCO, y ofrece atractivos como la Zona Arqueológica de El Tajín, el Centro Histórico y una gastronomía única. Su vibrante cultura, festividades y artesanías lo convierten en un destino imperdible para quienes desean explorar las raíces de la cultura totonaca.
Long one of the most magical of the Pueblos Magicos, Xico is surrounded in cloud forest and cloaked in an inviting mystery.
High and mountainous Zozocolco is a village set in a magical landscape of forest waterfalls and enchanted sylvan pools.
