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Town in Morelos, Mexico
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Atlatlahucan is a small colonial town in the mountains of the Central Mexican state of Morelos. It is popular among travelers interested in historical and cultural travel who come to visit the "16th century missions on the slopes of Popocatapetl", a .
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Enormous 16th-century monastery established in 1570 and built by Augustinian friars who were evangelizing Christianity and converting indigenous populations. The complex consists of the main church with its ornate facade and fancy interior, an open amphitheatre where the monks would preach to the natives, and a large 2-story cloister where the monks lived, surrounding an interior garden courtyard. The complex is a .
Zocalo
Traditional town Zocalo (main plaza) with cobblestone paths, towering palm trees, fountains, statues and a central bandstand (kiosk).
Traditional Mexican menu served in a clean, spacious dining room on two levels.
Casual roadside taqueria that is known for its carnitas tacos. Regular tacos are smaller street taco size and it will take about 4 or more to make a full meal.
Casual family-run seafood restaurant. The mojarra and the shrimp cocktails are good.
Mercado Municipal
Small-town traditional Mexican marketplace with fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, cheese, and several stalls selling homemade regional cuisine that tastes like abuela used to make. Best place in town for cheap eats.
The nearest airport is Benito Juárez International Airport in Mexico City.
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