PLAZA GARIBALDI, WHERE MARIACHI MUSIC SOUNDS
If there is a place where you can truly hear the authentic sound of the guitar, the vihuela and the guitarrón, that is the Garibaldi square. The classic serenades, such as “El son de la negra” or “Guadalajara”, sound day and night at the popular place known as “mariachis square”. The statues of Lola Beltrán, Pedro Infante, José […]
SONORA MARKET: MYSTICISM AND SOUVENIRS
Good Luck Charms, tarot readings or fruits and vegetables are the things that you can find at Sonora Market, one of the most particular attractions in Mexico City. Magic, tradition and exoticism coexist at this labyrinth of 404 shops divided into 9 corridors. Also known as Sorcerer’s Market, this is the right place to find […]
THE CIBELES FOUNTAIN, A SYMBOL OF TWINNING
Mexico City and Madrid have a lot in common, and the Cibeles fountain is the best proof of that. There is an exact replica of the Spanish monument in the Mexican capital. Even the measurements are the same: 5 meters high, 12 wide and 12 tons of weight. Furthermore, both are located in a place […]
TRADITIONAL SWEETS TO CELEBRATE DAY OF THE DEAD
Sweets are the most expected offering in the altar of Day of the Dead. Pictures of beloved relatives, flowers and candles and the tasty pastry are the stars in each home. Day of the Dead is the only one occasion of tasting these sweets along the year. So, do not miss the opportunity to celebrate. […]
‘LUCHA LIBRE’: ACROBATICS, MASKS AND FUN
Lucha libre is one of the most popular leisure activities among the Mexicans. It consists of a mix between sport and show in which there are spectacular fights. Acrobatics, jumps out of the ring, fast submissions…, a really sensorial experience. Mexican wrestling, like football or any other sport, counts with legendary characters known by the fans: […]
ABANDONED PLACES IN MEXICO CITY
Mexico City counts with some buildings that were abandoned in the past and left behind hundreds of stories and memories. Knowing these places means knowing more the history of Mexico City. Cine Ópera was one of the biggest cinemas of the city. It opened in 1949 during the Golden Age of Mexican cinema. It is […]