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MAIN
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS OF THE CITY
The
Cathedral is the main attraction, being the second tallest in the country. The
main entrance is a cultural center in its own right with the Juan de Palafoxs
Library, one of the oldest in America, and beyond it is a beautiful Museum with
a great collection of art books. Other
attractions are:
- The
Amparo Museum
- The Dolls House
- The
Church of the Compañía
- The
Parían Market
- The
Artists Neighborhood
- The
House of the Weakling
- The Regional
Museum
- The Principal Theatre
- The
Convent of Santa Mónica
- The
Church of San Cristóbal
- The
Museum of the Mexican Revolution
- The Market of the
Victoria
MAIN
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN THE SURROUNDING AREA
Africam
Safari Situated 11miles southeast of Puebla on the Boulevard Valsequillo;
it is the most important animal sanctuary in México. Cholula
It is known for its numerous Churches. Huejotzingo
Situated 11miles from Cholula, Huejotzingo is known for its Franciscan Monastery,
its production of apples, its attractive blankets, and the dance of the masks
that is part of the celebration during the carnival in February. Tehuacán
Famous for its mineral waters. Atlixco
Boasts a famous spa. Tlaxcala Situated 20 minutes
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