Pit stop

Xochimilco

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February 16th 2015
Day two we had a leisurely start at Casa del Solar while we made our plan for the day and showered, etc. A bit before noon we headed for the Mercado de la Ciudadela, an artisan market with panchos, ceramics, and all kinds of arts and crafts. We eyed some pottery for a potential later purchase and then grabbed some lunch at Restaurante Lupita within the market. We started with a round of Micheladas ... read more

North America » Mexico » Distrito Federal » Mexico City

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The site of advanced Amerindian civilizations, Mexico came under Spanish rule for three centuries before achieving independence early in the 19th century. A devaluation of the peso in late 1994 threw Mexico into economic turmoil, triggering the worst... ... read more