STATE OF PUEBLA 

Legend has it that, upon completion of the construction of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, in the heart of the city of Puebla, the question of how would climb a bell of 8,000 kilos to their lofty towers emerged (the most highest in Latin America). The question lost sleep for several days engineers and masons. It seemed impossible.

However, one morning, the people of Puebla awoke to the news that the bell was in the tower, ringing merrily. "But who's up and how?" They asked. And as it seemed a miracle, no one hesitated to attribute it to the angels, who had probably fallen to place the bell, which rests there since.

This legend is responsible for this beautiful city to be known as Puebla de los Angeles. However, there are many more reasons to ensure that it is a heavenly destination: its streets, its horizon and, particularly, its flavors. Nestled in the heart of Mexico and under the imposing presence of the Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl volcanoes, Puebla opens its doors and show off to visitors their titles: heroic for having hosted the victory of Mexican troops over the French in 1862 (at the Battle Puebla) and World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1987.

What proudest is the poblano cuisine, one of the most emblematic and delicious country. world capital of mole, the chiles in walnut sauce and sloops, Puebla gives you a taste of paradise with desserts that can only be attributed to the angelic creativity: sweet potatoes, pancakes Santa Clara and jamoncillos nut and pinion head a long list that could well be accompanied with chubby faces of cherubs.

¡Puebla, Vívelo Para Creerlo!

Puebla is one of the oldest cities in Mexico. Its plan, also attributed to the angels, dates from 1532. Its good climate and strategic location soon converted the second most important city of colonial Mexico. En route to Mexico City, craft goods from the Philippines passed first by Puebla, which gradually absorbed some artistic expressions of the East. This is reflected in the precious vases and tableware talavera and tiles adorning the facades of churches and mansions, fountains, patios and kitchens. Another example of this cultural influence is the legend of the "China Poblana" an Indian princess who came as a slave in the Manila Galleon and who designed for himself a beautiful dress embroidered with sequins. Today, this is the typical costume of Puebla.

If one word defines Puebla, this is "baroque". Complex flavors that seduce the palate elaborate shapes that catch the eye, an irresistible mix of legends and stories, twists and turns of streets, fountains, gardens, craft markets and art streets and a skyline studded with domes of churches. So it is not unreasonable to think that Puebla is where the angels live.

Currently, the state of Puebla has seven Magic Towns that will complement your visit to the capital with a touch of tranquility, typical flavors and unique traditions. Aúntalos on your itinerary: Cuetzalan, Zacatlán of Apples, Pahuatlán, Chignahuapan, Tlatlauquitepec, Cholula and Xicotepec Juarez.

Puebla is one of the 32 states of Mexico. It is located in the central-eastern Mexico. Bordered on the east by the state of Veracruz, to the west with the states of Hidalgo, Mexico, Tlaxcala and Morelos and the south with the states of Oaxaca and Guerrero. Puebla is landlocked and has an extremely rugged terrain. Its area is 34,306 square kilometers, in which more than five million people, which makes this state the fifth most populous country live. The state capital is Puebla de Zaragoza, the fourth Mexican city by the number of its inhabitants.

The state of Puebla has been of great importance in the history of Mexico. Inside it they were found the oldest remains of maize and sweet potatoes in the Tehuacan region; It was the scene of important prehispanic cities as Cantona and Cholula. During the colonial era, the city of Puebla became the second city of the New Spain, thanks to its strategic location between Mexico City and the port of Veracruz.