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When you hear that someone is going to Mexico, it is always a vast Mexico City, or the beach hot spots of the Cancun or Cabo resort where they save:
That is hardly a surprise, considering how well those places are connected, and their better than average tourism infrastructure, but What about the rest of Mexico?
I mean, this is still one of the largest countries in America, with a cultural offer like no other, and it certainly has no shortage of incredible destinations.
One of those less well -known gems that have been overlooked for far too long, Puebla finally gets the praise it deserves:
An authentic-Mexican cultural treasure with charm of old world, incredible food and cheaper prices, it seems to be the next big thing from Mexico:
Discover one of the oldest cities in Mexico again
Prediction to organize 5 million tourists this year, Puebla Is one of the Mexico’s Fastest rising destinations In 2025, and it’s not like we didn’t see it coming.
A UNESCO protected gem With a lot to offer on the culture front, it is one of the oldest cities south of the border.
It was established at the peak of the Spanish conquest of Mexico and has a high concentration of historical orientation points.
The historic center is full of the edge with well-preserved colonial structures, and in many ways it feels like time has hardly passed since the 16th century, especially if you look at a miracle made by man when the Puebla Cathedral:
The most important attraction of the city, the torment above one Centrally located Zócalo. Are Complicated carved facade and beautifully decorated interior put Europe’s Religious buildings in shame.
Not far from the cathedral, tourists can visit the old world -cooded Bibliotexa Palafoxiana, the oldest public library on the American continent and the legendary Casa del Deán, a mansion from the colonial era with extensive Renaissance frescoes.
Incredible food and cheap prices
Apart from cultural value, part of the increasing popularity of Puebla among foreigners is attributed to his rich gastronomy and affordability.
The bustling Mercado El Carmen is a popular destination for gourmets.
It serves the iconic tacos eabs, sturdy moles (fried corn dough filled with potatoes and chorizo), and of course chicken with mole poblano sauce.
And the best, You can get collection meals for as cheap as $ 1.40 – $ 4.60.
Of course you can always blow your budget by going to luxury eateries and treating yourself to a 3-course presentation, but in general a sit-down meal in a cantina in the center is very unlikely that your wallet will hurt:
Try La Abuelita for homemade, soulful food. It serves traditional Poblano dishes for just $ 5.50.
Bars on the roof or old pyramids?
Beyond the picturesque old city, Puebla is a vast metropolis at home for more than 1.6 million people, and with a series of eclectic districts to his name.
If you are looking for fun on a night out, Los Sapos has an abundance of trendy bars And late-night cafes that serve bite-sized food and drinks.
In the meantime, Avenida Juárez is the cheerful, classier counterpart, with lounore on the roof and trendy cocktail spots – watch out, beware, the prices in this area are not exactly the cheaper end.
Finally, for a taste of the local culture, away from the buzzing center, Cholula is a city within half an hour’s drive from Puebla:
Play host for the largest pyramid in the world per volume, and one Juvenile social sceneSupported by live music locations and bar -lined paved streets, it is the perfect day trip if you hope for relaxed vibes and a bohem weekend.
Fly non -stop to Puebla from Houston
Puebla may not have an impressive connectivity of Cancun or Mexico City – in contrast to those two, the small international airport does not offer a non -stop service to every major American city on the map – but the host does Houston flights.
You can fly from IAH to Puebla (PBC) every day of the week, all year round. Return rates start An acceptable $ 516 In June – July, although they can fluctuate, depending on the demand and availability of seats.
As an alternative, Puebla is well connected to various other larger Mexican hubs, such as Cancun (CUN) and Guadalajara (GDL).
In other words, for most Americans it is just a one-stop flight away. In addition to the architectural miracles, the cheap food and the pristine culture, you will get the perfect long weekend away.
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