Category: Mexico
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Doors of Morelia
Several years of driving and walking all through Morelia reveals intricate doors. Whether private residences or public places many reveal gorgeous gardens and amazing architecture. Here are some doors to open your imagination! Next time we will take you inside some of these doors.
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Flowers of Morelia
One of my absolute favorites about Morelia hands down are the flowers! My grandpa apprenticed as a horticulturist in his birthplace of Wyk Auf Föhr, a small European Northern Sea island. His love of plants eventually brought him to the U.S. Well, the love of plants has passed down to me. I discovered that I…
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Santa Clara del Cobre Copper Creations
A day out with our family yielded the beauty of Santa Clara del Cobre. We stopped by this local street vendor for some fresh coconut while exploring Santa Clara del Cobre. The soft meat of the coconut is a treat for me. Patty only had dry coconut and coconut candies while growing up in Chicago…
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A Peek Into Paricutin and Periban
One morning bright and early our family decided to go to Uruapan from Morelia. The crisp cool air among the avocado orchards was one of my favorite experiences in Mexico. We later visited Periban and Paricutin. Paricutin is a volcano located near Angahuan just about 155km from Morelia and 50km from the ‘avocado capital’ of…
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10 Things to Do in Morelia
1. Visit area neighborhood garden parks throughout Morelia! 2. Visit the nature sanctuary – warning not for the faint of fitness!! This one is a bit of a hike for some, so take your time to take in the view. ‘What?! No, I am not winded, I am just taking in the delicate caterpillars…
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10 Things to love in Downtown Morelia!!
There is so much I love about Morelia. Morelia has something for everyone! Are you a bookworm? Do you enjoy fireworks? Do you like shopping? Do you enjoy architecture and history? Do you love food and drinks? Do you want activities that engage your children (and wear out that extra energy aka I’m bored syndrome)…
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Morelia Michoacán Munchies
Michoacán is home to a variety of culinary delight. It is known around Mexico and globally for the arts and their edible art is no exception. UNESCO has named the food of Michoacán as a world heritage. The food of Michoacán is an integral part of their culture, with many dishes originating from Mexico’s indigenous…
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San Luis Potosi
During our latest road adventure, we decided to stop and stay at a local hostel in San Luis Potosi. Enrique looked online for pet-friendly places, while I asked around in my Mexico Facebook groups before we left for our trip. I received some interesting replies! Finally, he came across the hostel on Trip Advisor. They…
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Patzcuaro
Patzcuaro is a town located near Morelia. Many city folks from Morelia enjoy going to Patzcuaro on the weekends to relax with family. We are no exception. As with many towns in Mexico, it has a centro (central) plaza downtown. Patzcuaro’s plaza is home to children who dress up as old people complete with the masks to truly…
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