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Architecture
The Maritime Customs Hall, the Railway Station and the Telegraph and Post Office Building are all buildings constructed during the colonial period. The Cathedral was built in the neoclassic style, the Municipal Palace and its porticos are extremely interesting but the most representative buildings in this port that was often under siege during the colonial period are the Baluarte de Santiago (The Santiago Bulwark) and the El Fuerte de San Juan de Ulúa (The San Juan de Ulúa Fort).
Downtown Veracruz
The colonial past cohabits with modern times in this old city. Examples of this include the cantera stone-framed windows with pediments, balconies with ironwork, balustrades, underground passages, arcades, patios with fruit trees, colored tiles, white walls, Spanish-style chapels, as well as the bulwark and ramparts.
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San Juan de Ulúa Fortress |
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 This was as far as the famous pirate Lorencillo and his ferocious crew got in 1663, causing further damage to the fort¿s already weakened installations.
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Architecture
The Maritime Customs Hall, the Railway Station and the Telegraph and Post Office Building are all buildings constructed during the colonial period. The Cathedral was built in the neoclassic style, the Municipal Palace and its porticos are extremely interesting but the most representative buildings in this port that was often under siege during the colonial period are the Baluarte de Santiago (The Santiago Bulwark) and the El Fuerte de San Juan de Ulúa (The San Juan de Ulúa Fort).
Downtown Veracruz
The colonial past cohabits with modern times in this old city. Examples of this include the cantera stone-framed windows with pediments, balconies with ironwork, balustrades, underground passages, arcades, patios with fruit trees, colored tiles, white walls, Spanish-style chapels, as well as the bulwark and ramparts.
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San Juan de Ulúa Fortress |
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 This was as far as the famous pirate Lorencillo and his ferocious crew got in 1663, causing further damage to the fort¿s already weakened installations.
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Arts & Crafts
While walking through the streets, it is easy to get distracted in the gift and handicraft shops or at the porticos where artisans sell their wares.
Festivals
The most important fiesta is the Carnival. The climate, the people and the music all combine to create a fantastic, unique atmosphere. The Plaza de Armas ( Arms Square ) is turned into a stage where you can listen to the orchestra and dance the traditional danzón (a local dance).
Carnaval
February is the month of festivities in Veracruz, the location of the second most famous carnival in Latin America, after the Brazilian event. The events include the crowning of the Child Kings, the King of Joy the Queen, as well as parades with dancing, people dressed in disguises, and music along Boulevard Manuel Ávila Camacho.
Historical Interest
The somber jails of the San Juan de Ulúa Fort, the Plaza Reforma , ( Reform Plaza ) the Capilla de Cristo del Buen Viaje (The Chapel of the Good Journey of Christ) that was dedicated to the devout mulattoes and the city in general are filled with legends and history. The charm and history of the port can be particularly enjoyed by taking a tram ride.
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San Juan de Ulúa Fortress |
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This was as far as the famous pirate Lorencillo and his ferocious crew got in 1663, causing further damage to the fort¿s already weakened installations. |
Museums
The Museo de la Ciudad ( he City Museum) has interesting displays and the exotic Museo de Agustín Lara (The Agustín Lara Museum) was built in honor of the beloved " Flaco de Oro " (the "Skinny Golden Boy"). ( Agustín Lara was a great song composer ). The Aquarium
Veracruz is the location of the largest aquarium in Latin America. It has 25 large fish tanks of which 15 form part of a salt-water exhibition with tropical fish. The others contain freshwater species, including turtles.
Beaches
Just five kilometers away from the Port, Mocambo's beaches are ideal for those in search of sun and gentle waves. Further on, Antón Lizardo also offers a reef area for diving. There are also facilities for fishing and other water sports. Mocambo
Passing gardens and parks, Boulevard Manuel Ávila Camacho stretches 10 km along the coast from the city center to Mocambo beach where you will find the most expensive hotels. This is one of the best beaches in Veracruz.
Golf
The Club de Golf Villa Rica, regarded as having the finest green in Veracruz , offers private lessons. Its beautiful golf course has 9 holes, par 70 and is 6,213 yards long.
Club de Golf La Villa Rica
This undulating golf course was designed by Percy Clifford and has 9 holes. Services include caddies, club rental, and golf lessons, to mention just a few.
Km 15 Antón Lizardo highway, Boca del Río.
Night Life
At nightfall, music takes over the plazas where the people of Veracruz gather to dance danzón. But you can also hear the sound of harps, violins, guitars and pianos, while DJs invite you to take your pick of bars and nightclubs.
Blue Ocean
An "in" spot with a laser light show.
Carioca
Lois hotel
El Ancla
Mocambo hotel
Picturesque bar featuring live music Thursday to Saturday from 9 p.m.
El Danzón
In Veracruz it still commands the streets. There, among the figures of aged, elegant and proud dancers, watchful youngsters crowd in to observe and copy the precise rhythm of what in times gone by was the contredanse.
Forum
Live pop music.
Zoo
A popular disco that attracts a young crowd.
Camping
If you'd like to camp in Actopan , Filobobos or Antigua , near Veracruz City , just contact the México Verde firm, which will supply everything you need for camping.
Ecotourism
Just 15 km outside San Andrés Tuxtla , nature lovers will be able to admire Salto de Eyipantla , an impressive, 50m high waterfall. You could also visit Lago de Catemaco , which boasts some of the most spectacular scenery in Mexico .
Aventurec
Antonio y Manuel Reynoso FernandezGalerias las Animas local P-9, Blvd. Atlixco No. 3156, Puebla, Puebla C.P. 72400
Azhumol
Harold Lozano Hernandez y Lorenzo LeonClavel Norte # 85. San Pedro Martir, Tlalpan, C.p. 14650. México D.F.
Campamento Ecoturistico Rio Filobobos
CAMPAMENTO ECOTURISTICO RIO FILOBOBOS.TLAPACOYAN, VERACRUZOFICINA: CUAUHTEMOC Y FERRER, CENTRO (FRENTE A BANAMEXJaime Tinajero Gonzalez
Cielo, Tierra y Selva
Luisa PareEjido Lpez Mateos, Catemaco Veracruz (reserva de los Tuxtlas) Diversion en Rio
Hector ¿Archi- MunroNueces 160-2 Col. Nueva Santa Maria
Ecoaventura Mexicana
Arqlga Yolanda Ruanova FernandezC,. Fuente del Rey 92, Col. Tecamachalco, Naucalpan, Edo de Mex, 53950
Ecoturismo Latino
Allan Rhodes Espinoza RFC. ROEA760523DX0 Direccion: Paseo de los Cedros No.36, Fracc. San Jeronimo de Ahuatepec. C.P. 62330. Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico.
Expediciones Tropicales
Guillermo AcevesMagdalena No. 311-10 Col. Del Valle CP. 03100 Mexico D. F
Las Canadas - Bosque de Niebla
Ricardo Romero GonzalezApto Postal 24, Huatusco Veracruz CP. 94100
Rios y Rapidos de Mexico
Carlos Hinojosa VelazquezOriente 253 No 50 Col. Agricola Oriental C.P. 08500, Mexico DF.
Rio y Montana Expediciones
Waldemar Franco Sol / Alfonso de la ParraPrado Norte No. 450-T, Col. Lomas de Chapultepec, CP. 11000
Turismo Ecologico Mexicano Quinto Sol
Jaime Zondowicz K.Presa las Pilas No. 37 PH. Col. Irrigacion CP. 11500 Mexico D.F.
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