Since I was raised in San Diego, minutes from the border, I’ve been going to Mexico my whole life. Every time I do I am astounded at the difference between our two cultures. I just returned from twelve days in Mexico City and Puebla, and this trip, like all the others, inspired me in many ways. I took lots of pictures and here I share a few with you, along with some of the reasons I love Mexico.
7 Reasons I Love Mexico
1. The people are friendly which encourages me to speak Spanish again. It’s such a romantic language.
2. The country is filled with fascinating history and culture.
3. The stunning architecture runs the gamut from ancient pyramids, colonial churches and modern skyscrapers.
4. Colors abound with textiles, Talavera tiles, murals, sculptures and paintings. Seeing Frida’s Blue House with my artist friends was an exciting pilgrimage. Antiquing a dream.
5. Most towns have lively heart centers called zocolos or squares.
6. The food is delicious. My favorite dish on this trip was the mole, not so much the fried grasshoppers though.
7. The music and dance are emotional, dramatic and heartfelt. Lupita entertained us with her wonderful renditions of classical folk songs.
Yes, I love traveling in Mexico but it also helps me appreciate coming home to where I am truly blessed.
Aztec Altar y Mi Esposo
Museo Soumaya
Talavera
The Amigos at Casa Azul
antiquedades
Ballet Folklorico
Healing Altar
Puebla Zocola
Besame Mucho
Lucy’s on the Welcome Home Committee
I share your love for Mexico and agree that the food and colors and friendly people are a huge draw for me. Thank you for sharing such wonderful photos from your trip! I’m sure Lucy was happy to have you back home! :0)
Beautiful pictures Jill. Love seeing all of you Mexico artist travelers together!
Thanks, Pamela!
I lived in Mexico City for 36 years and if you had money, it was good. There’s a lot to see and do, things are generally cheaper, and Mexicans know how to have a good time. Also, being Anglo-Mexican helped. But until they settle the pollution, traffic, and to a certain extent, size, there’s too much going on. However, I miss it.
Thank you for the photos and the “7 reasons” Jill, which really had reasons within the reasons and all of them tempting. I look forward to my next trip to Mexico, which will come, I hope toward the end of this year. Meantime, I look forward to more of your stories.
Ole!
Love that top picture of JILL!!!!!
Yes, Phil – It’s quite the tiara!
I loved the photos of Mexico, Jill. Have been there a few times but never explored further south. Did you go with a group?
Susanne, My husband and I went with a group of artist friends that we met years ago traveling in Mexico with the Antheaneum. We call ourselves The Amigos.
Yes Jill, you are so right about Mexico. I love it too. Thanks for sharing your photos and your fun.
Bon
I love Mexico as much as you do too. So amazing. Love the pictures and your post. Glad to have you home.
Sounds like you had a great trip – welcome home!
Great observations!