Private tour in Puebla Maria del Socorro V

Sacred Private Tour to Cacaxtla, Xochitécatl and Tlaxcala

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Maria del Socorro V.

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Hi, I would be happy to guide you through my hometown Puebla. I'm a Medical Doctor specializing in Ethnomedicine. I research traditional techniques of Aztec medicine and its transformation through the history of Mexico. As part of my specialization, I have been studying the Aztec culture, cosmovision and the colonial & viceregal history of Mexico & Puebla. I have participated as a lecturer in conferences and events in various states of Mexico and abroad, plus I write for international magazines about ethnomedicine and Mexican culture. With me you will discover the most unusual, mysterious, unknown places of Puebla to delight your eyes and your palate for unforgettable memories. I want to bring you closer to all that magic, tradition, and culture that my city offers. And if your interest is focused on highlights, I will make you discover a hidden side of them thanks to my local expertise. I know the mysteries and secrets that those places keep. If you are interested in pre-Hispanic traditions such as temazcals, oracles, rituals, and mysticism, you are with the right person! I collaborate with the line of research on Shamanism and traditions of the Alfonso Vélez Pliego Institute of Social Sciences and Humanities. I will show you how Nahuatl, the language of the Nahuas (The Aztecs), is formed, what they mean, and how Nahuatl is part of the names and meanings of too many places in Puebla, not only prehispanic ones. Nahuatl is a very poetic language! I can also offer a gastronomic discovery to experience the flavours of the poblana cuisine which has been an Intangible World Heritage since 2010 (UNESCO). I will you make experience these unique and sophisticated flavours with a mixture of pre-Hispanic and European ingredients that make it Mexico’s best gastronomic destination. You could taste traditional dishes, drinks, and sacred beverages in places only for connoisseurs as I tell you about the history, ingredients and legends of these dishes, and if you like to cook, ask me for the recipe! Besides all my tours are accompanied by a welcome kit with local products. I only offer private tours. I know by experience that a private tour is the only way to truly learn about a city, a culture, or a country. My tours are tailor-made experiences, and although there is a route you can follow, they will be entirely adapted to suit your preferences. I know how to customize to the unique needs of my travellers and offer them an experience tailored to their tastes and personalities. I'm able to delve deeper into certain subjects or go for more amusing but historical anecdotes. You choose exactly what you want to visit at your own pace with privacy and flexibility. I like to share the knowledge and passion I have for my culture, my country, and my city. I want your experience with me to make you feel that every moment and place is unique and wonderful, plus that in the end, you take a little bit of the heart of Puebla with you. Also, as a health professional, you will always be safe if you have any situation that I should know about or to take care of, as well as any health situation that may arise while we are together. My motto as a guide: More than a tour, an experience. My Credentials -Biomedical Doctor by the BUAP and Physiologist by the Institute of Physiological Sciences of the BUAP. -Collaborator of the Department of Sociocultural Anthropology of the Institute of Social Sciences and Humanities of BUAP. -Teacher of History and Philosophy of Medicine (UVP, USEP) -Nahuatl studies (the Aztec language) in the Academia de Lenguas Clásicas Fray Alonso de la Veracruz -Diploma in First Aid, in force, by Cruz Roja Mexicana Tours Offered: - Pre-Hispanic Archaeology and Beverages. - Mexican Baroque and Baroque Gastronomy - History and Gastronomy of Puebla - Architectural Jewels of the City - Mysteries and secrets of Puebla - Markets and daily life - Wrestling and Contemporary Culture - Pre-Hispanic Temazcal and Wellness Rituals

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Overview of your Puebla tour

Discover the fascinating 2,800-year-old archaeological complex of Cacaxtla-Xochitécatl. Founded around 800 BC, Cacaxtla was a powerful political, military, and economic city. It was a strategic point for commercial relations with the Gulf coast and the basin of Mexico. You'll discover exceptional polychrome mural paintings, using the red, blue, yellow, black, and white colors, incredibly still intact today. Built on a volcanic elevation. Xochitécatl was a ceremonial center that could be seen from all over the valley. At the top of the Pyramid of the Flowers stands the door of fertility. It is said that a woman who couldn’t have children had to climb the pyramid and cross through this door to get pregnant. Then you'll enter the Franciscan Convent built in 1537 and will be amazed by the monumental 450 square meters mural in the Government Palace of Tlaxcala. The mural is divided into 24 segments of different historical periods from pre-Hispanic times to the 20th century.

Your Puebla tour itinerary

-Pick up at your accommodation in the Historic Center of Puebla -Visit to Cacaxtla Archaeological Site. The perfectly preserved polychromic murals show scenes related to mythology, astronomy, religion, war, and peace. - Visit to Xochitécatl Archaeological Site. Learn about the history of the Olmec-Xicalancas society and how was the social game between masculinity and femininity.. -Visit to the monumental 450 square meters mural "History of Tlaxcala and its Contributions to Mexicanity". This mural is considered a masterpiece of Mexican muralism. -Visit to the Franciscan Covent in Tlaxcala -Drop off at your accommodation

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Renault Duster

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation With Driver
Tickets: Entrance fees
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Other: Personal Expenses
Meeting location

Puebla, Puebla, Mexico

Pick up at your accommodation or anywhere that suits you best in the Historic Center of Puebla

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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Tour categories
History
Art And Culture
Religious Sites
Tour reference number
1455638
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity level
Moderate

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This private tour in Puebla is perfect for travellers interested in exploring ancient Mesoamerican history and culture. It's ideal for those who want to see the best-preserved murals in Mesoamerica and learn about the fascinating history of the Cacaxtla-Xochitécatl archaeological complex. With a focus on historical and cultural insights, this tour is also great for anyone looking to connect with a local guide like Maria del Socorro V. for deeper understanding.

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