1 day tour of Tlacotalpan and Alvarado from Veracruz
We begin our tour with Alvarado, just 72 km south of the port of Veracruz, at the mouth of the Blanco and Papaloapan rivers. We visited the Iglesia del Rosario, the Plaza de Armas and the fishermen's wharf. Later we will arrive at Tlacotalpan, considered as a cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO. It is located 18 km from Alvarado. We will take a tour through its streets contemplating the simple and colorful architecture of its houses with traditional furniture, we will visit the Ferrando museum and the famous composer Agustín Lara, the Church of the Virgen de la Candelaria patron saint of this place, the unique Nezahualcóyotl Theater, enjoy of typical sweets and handicrafts.
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1 day tour of Tlacotalpan and Alvarado from Veracruz
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What's included in 1 day tour of Tlacotalpan and Alvarado from Veracruz
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Before the arrival of the Spaniards, the place that the Alvaradeña community occupies today was inhabited by various native groups.To prove this success, reference is made to the artificial wall that runs parallel to the lagoon, to the south of the city, formed of clay and oyster shells known as "El cerro de las Conchas". These promontories were raised as a dike to prevent flooding from the Blanco and Papaloapan rivers. During the expansion of the Aztec empire, it was called Atlizíntla, which means "next to abundant water." Currently its name is due to the conqueror Pedro de Alvarado.
The Alvarado boardwalk began to be built in 1948, it is currently an emblematic place for locals and visitors, it is a meeting point for coffee, dinner or a walk. From this point you will be able to appreciate an incredible view of the Alvarado Bridge.
Augustin Lara Museum
Space that seeks to rescue, promote and shoutout the artistic work of Agustín Lara. The property was donated by Mrs. Yolanda Gasca, who was the artist's wife. It is intended to keep alive the taste and pleasure of enjoying the composer's romanticism. It has a permanent exhibition of trophies, newspaper clippings, photographs and other pieces, which tell the story of the poet musician Agustín Lara. In this place many memories of Agustín Lara are concentrated, such as newspaper clippings, photographs, trophies, among other objects belonging to the musician. The place is also a center of Jarocha expression and a house of culture, so you will find ballet performances, exhibitions of young talents and a reed-on-wood crafts workshop.
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- Travel insurance
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Federal Tourist guide
- Tickets to enter the atracttions
- Food
- Drinks not mentioned in the included services
- Gratuities
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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