At first, when we decided to travel to Mexico City, we were both nervous and excited at the same time. Regardless of what media portray, we had the hope that Mexico City would be the place full of wonderful people, amazing things to do, gorgeous architecture and delicious foods. Well, when we arrived we were in shock, it was even better than we thought! These following are 5 reasons why I love Mexico City.
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Unique neighborhoods in Mexico City
Mexico City is divided up into a neighborhood or what they call colonies. Each one has its own unique feeling and distinct style. We couldn’t help but want to explore them all! Admittedly, there is no single day that we felt bored and want to stay at our apartment. There are full of beautiful colors, crazy architecture and unique history behind each area. It really seems like there is a colonial for everyone to adore. If you’re looking for that rich upscale feeling you can go to Polanco, if you want a good cup of coffee and hang out with the hipster vibe, don’t miss Roma, or just go for a long walk in the unique parks in Condesa. To be honest, our favorite place is Coyoacan, this colorful colonial makes us feel like we took a step back in time. All the buildings are full of beautiful colors, amazing patterns, and calm it felt like the safest neighborhoods in Mexico City. Between it being a Photographers paradise it has the best little side shops to enjoy some amazing local eats as well. We spent one full day here without getting bored and you should too! You will see some reasons why I love Mexico City.
The traditions of Mexico
Mexican culture is made up of everything from food, traditions, people, language and even the values the locals hold. With Mexico being 62% The mestizo (Amerindian-Spanish), we found the best way to learn about the country and culture was to see what they truly hold near and dear to their heart. That’s why we went to Mexico during the Día de Muertos (Day Of Dead). This is a tradition that Falls between October 31st and November 2nd every year. People celebrate the lives of their loved ones that past away with family and friends. They make beautiful alter and decorate things in a very unique way to welcome the dead back again to the family in order for celebrating together.
Spanish and Mexico architecture in Mexico
Being in Mexico City is nothing but how breathtaking the architecture is – stunning with the bright colors to the elegant marble you will feel like you are in another world. It’s really an amazing thing to see how well designed these buildings were built and the detail that they hold. Many buildings were affected by the recent earthquake in 2017 but the city is making sure these historic landmarks are fixed and stay standing. These buildings are still being worked on. In 1521, the Spanish decided to bring European architects to Mexico, they laid out the city on a grid pattern of neighborhoods and plazas (this is how the city still is). In the middle was a central plaza, which was in the same place that Tenochtitlán was. Mexico City was largely based on European styles and shows that beauty to this day.
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Metro and transport in Mexico city
Transportation in Mexico City is super convenient. Uber is cheap and subways are even cheaper. We mainly only use these two means of transportation to get everywhere. If you try and stick to the subway you can get just about anywhere you want for very cheap! The Subway is only 5 Peso ( $0.25) and you can ride it as far as it can take you for no extra charge. With it being so cheap, it also comes with some drawbacks – a subway train can get very crowded. This is why we suggest you to always avoid using the subway during rush hour ( noticeably 5 pm – 8 pm) – try not to be going anywhere during these times. The Traffic is completely insane in Mexico City and can take hours to go anywhere. So if you can do most of your traveling outside rush hour you will have nothing to worry about.
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Most popular Mexican food
Mexican restaurants are everywhere, especially in major cities worldwide. No Mexican food we have ever had compares to the varieties we had in Mexico City. The dishes are full of unique flavors that we have only found in Mexico. From the blue corn to the yellow corn. They say Mexican love their Diet T (taco, tamales, and torta). It’s the most common street food in Mexico. This is only some of the most common dishes but there are many other amazing dishes that date back centuries that have a vast influence from the history in Mexico. Some of our favorite dishes are Chilaquiles, Tlacoyos, and Pozole.
Many people worry about traveling Mexico because of what the media portrays Mexico to be unsafe. We had an amazing time here and we are pretty sure you will too.
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Thank you so much for reading and I hope this information helps you decide to book your next trip because we can’t wait to go back! I LOVE Mexico City.
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What about if you are traveling with your elderly parents?
With a handicap of walking? Where would you go and where would you stay just 2 ladies?
Hey:) All of the activities we have listed are Handicap accessible, even the pyramids. Now you won’t be able to visit the top of the pyramids but you will still be able to enjoy the beautiful structures. As for where to stay, I think I would avoid Airbnb unless they have an elevator but most of the places we mentioned have them.