Private tour in Queretaro Armando M
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"Hola", I am Armando, a passionate of history, archeological sites, museums, old artifacts and buildings. Nevertheless, it wasn't until recently that I was able to take a master in Mexican History. And after a while being involved in archive research to restore and rescue colonial buildings, now I found it hard to refrain myself from showing everyone the hidden stories behind monuments, historical sites, and old city spots that are normally overseen, even by locals. Still about myself: Read books and watch documentaries about science and history, watch and hear news about world current events, mountain biking, and hearing stories from people with different cultural backgrounds, are my personal hobbies. After introducing mysef, I trully hope you could take a minute or two looking into my tours descriptions, I am sure you'll be surprise of what you could learn about the ancient roots of Mexico, trying to understand the current one. I hope we could meet soon. Master degree in Mexican History by the Latin American University (2002-2004). History research coordinator for the restoration of colonial buildings (San Miguel de Allende 2009-2011).
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Before the Aztecs became the most powerful nation in Meso-America, another kingdom reached the edges of their known world, building impresive cities like Tula in the central highlands, Chichen-Itza in the Maya area, and El Cerrito in Queretaro. I'll take you through the amazing history and culture of this ancient and mysterious empire visiting the site's museum and the imponent ceremonial site. Please, notice that the archeological site is only opened from Wednesdays to Sundays.
My family and I all learned a lot on our pyramid tour with Armando. His presentation was both interesting and informative. He clearly has a depth of knowledge of history which he enjoys sharing with others. We would gladly go on other tours with Armando on future visits to Querétaro.
A wealth of knowledge from a tour guide that has a background in history. The museum was closed for repairs, but we pivoted wonderfully to explain how this pyramid came about and which ancient culture probably built it. Very very enjoyable with the tour guide that has an abundance of passion
the tour guide Armando is fabulous his knowledge and presentation are 1 st class; he is able to explain the the history going way back in time and how that related to to today and the events in between. We have used many guides and he is the all time best.
You'll hear a comprehensive introduction to the pre-Hispanic world before visiting the museum and archeological site so you can have a better understanding of the site's builders background. You'll visit the museum where you'll admire original carved-stone figures, clay pottery, and archeologists' proposals about the pre-Hispanic ideas, religion, architecture, and society of the people risponsible of the pyramid's construction. Finally, you'll admire the several structures of the Cerermonial site hearing some relevant pre-Hispanic, colonial, and even more recent legends and traditions behind the construction, life, abandonment, abuse, partial destruction, modern research and restauration of this incredible and centennial site.
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El Pueblito, Querétaro, Mexico
The archeological site of "El Cerrito" is located within the metropolitan area of Queretaro City, barely 20 minutes away driving from its old-town. You can take a regular city taxi or any app transportation service (Uber, Didi, and Cabify are available in the city). Pirámide El Cerrito (Archeological Site). "Miguel Hidalgo" Street s/n (no number) Between "Don Bosco" and "Salvador Sánchez" Streets. At "El Pueblito" neighborhood.
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