Category: Puebla

April 24, 2018 by Roxanna Brock McDade

When you think of Cinco de Mayo, what comes to mind? Incredible food? Margaritas? Beer? Vibrant costumes? Music and dancing? Although all of the above symbolize this historic celebration (particularly in the United States), there's a lot more to be discovered -- especially once you cross the border. What Is Cinco de Mayo? You may have... Read More »

July 19, 2016 by Itzel Greenheck

Cholula, Puebla, Mexico Visits to Mexico are most often filled with adventure, entertainment, culture and fun. And sometimes the culture involves a local festival or celebration. In this video, Mexpro employee, Itzel Greenheck, found herself in a parade celebrating a Catholic Saint, while visiting Cholula, in the Mexican state of Puebla. Many of these types... Read More »

July 7, 2016 by Itzel Greenheck

Remembering The Dance of the Pole Flyers Performed in Cholula, Puebla, Mexico   It was a warm afternoon at the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City, dozens of middle school scuttled around the sculptures while the staff tried to teach them about Mexico’s pre-Columbian heritage. “Shhh, be quiet” said one of the teachers, allowing... Read More »

May 15, 2013 by Al Barrus

As you may have read in my previous articles, the Fifth of May is more of a regional holiday in Mexico. In the US it’s sort of a Mexican pride holiday where people parade the tri-color flag and Mexico’s emblem all over the place. For a lot of people, it’s mostly just another reason to... Read More »

November 12, 2012 by Al Barrus

My Pueblan experience in one word, churches. From my hotel room in the center of Puebla City, what stood out were the crosses of cathedrals on the skyline. I would visit many churches and started to believe in miracles... Read More »

October 29, 2012 by Al Barrus

From my hotel balcony, during our excursion to the city of Puebla, I could see a vista of cobblestone streets, 400-year-old architecture, and countless churches and cathedrals... Read More »