Zhenya is trying online school for a semester, allowing us to take a Daddy/Daughter trip to Puebla, Mexico!
It was our first time using the CBX, or Cross Border Xpress. It’s a bridge from the USA to Tijuana Mexico that takes you directly into the airport. It was a breeze, and we will use it in the future. Flights to other cities in Latin America are often much more affordable from Tijuana.
Puebla City, the capital and largest city of the state of Puebla, is a couple hours’ drive south of Mexico City. After a flight, bus, and Uber, we arrived at our penthouse.
Yes, we stayed in a luxury two bedroom two bath top floor apartment with incredible views of the city. But it also cost less than $70 per night.
After establishing our base of operations, we explored the city. Puebla is the fourth largest city in Mexico, and Volkswagen is the city’s largest employer, with the world’s largest Volkswagen factory outside Germany.
We found all kinds of beautiful nooks and crannies. And the Zocalo, or main town square, was an engaging evening attraction!
The number of amazing churches in Puebla is astounding.
This particular church was built upon the top of Mexico’s largest pyramid. Daddy was able to explore the tunnels and ruins that lie underneath.
You can’t mention Puebla without mentioning some of the world’s best authentic Mexican food.
Puebla is the birthplace of the Chalupa, Mole poblano, the Cemita, Chiles En Nogada, and Tacos Arabes. Because of this, it is one of Mexico’s most popular foodie destinations.
Whether in a restaurant or on the street, the food cannot be beaten.
Having a decent kitchen to prepare leftovers was a blessing.
Puebla is a beautiful city, but slightly off the tourist path, which made it extra special for us.
I was impressed with this tree that found a way to grow right through the park bench.
One iconic attraction is the Estrella de Puebla or Star of Puebla. This Ferris wheel is in the Guinness book of records as the world’s largest portable observation wheel.
We shared our carriage with a group of slightly unruly revelers, but the view from up top was still stellar.
I made Zhenya do quite a bit of walking, and this thirteen-year-old wasn’t always happy making exploration journeys on foot.
But a good meal at the end of the long walks usually perked her up.
Puebla artists are making the mundane beautiful.
Puebla has cool weather with summer rain in the afternoons, friendly people, delicious food, and is an overall very cool place to visit. A sight of a rainbow out our window marked the last days.
Until next time,
Very cool. You have always lived a life of adventure and marrying Inna and having a family has only enhanced the journey. Love ya pal.