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Municipality in Veracruz, Mexico
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Poza Rica de Hidalgo is a city of 200,000 (2015) people in Veracruz. Poza Rica is close to the Costa Esmeralda, the northern beaches of Veracruz, such as Tecolutla, Tuxpan, Cazones and Playa Esmeralda. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of El Tajin is 15 km (9.3 mi) away.
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Small archaeological site featuring a large pyramid temple from the pre-Colombian Huastec civilization, a Mayan splinter group that is one of the least studied and understood of the Mesoamerican cultures. The site was built between the 10th and 12th centuries AD, and was once part of a good size settlement, though the site does not include structures other than the temple. A small site museum is operated by INAH, it exhibits a number of sculptures and other relics from the site. Sculptures representing gods, animals, and humans were found with several exhibiting a phallic fixation.
Ayuntamiento de Poza Rica
It is the most important artistic work abroad in the entire northern area of Veracruz. It is on the facade of the municipal palace of Poza Rica and is called "From the primitive pre-Hispanic agricultural work to the current development of the oil industry." An innovative technique enabled the first outdoor mural that has the tonalities and nuances of the fresco.
Panoramic vistas of Poza Rica and a great place to get out and enjoy nature
Established diner serving traditional Mexican cuisine. Service is slow and atmosphere uninviting, but the food is good and cheap.
Try some Huastecan/Totonacan food.
Seafood is the house specialty and some of the best dishes are coconut shrimp or oysters. They also serve soups, meat dishes, and tortas. Carryout available.
Upscale restaurant serving prime cuts of beef (as well as other dishes). They offer two menus, the traditional menu which features grilled meats, and the Cielito Lindo menu which offers an international selection of dishes, including Asian cuisines. Full bar available. Off-street parking is available, but space is tight. Occasional live music.
Clean, comfortable rooms at affordable prices. Off-street parking available. On-site restaurant and bar.
Nice breakfast spread and a restaurant on site for lunch and dinner. Spacious rooms and beds.
Breakfast, gym, restaurant. In the center of the action with many stores and restaurants around.
Moderate hotel with spacious, comfortable rooms. On-site restaurant with buffet. Gym available.
Mall with cinema, playground, casino.
Another mall.
Fresh fruits and vegetables are brought in each morning by farmers in the region, lots of seafood vendors as well. Prepared food kitchens specialize in regional cuisine of the Gulf coast. Outside are roving vendors selling anything imaginable. Great spot for cheap eats.
By plane
El Tajín National Airport (PAZ) in Tihuatlán serves Poza Rica. It has a single runway and a small commercial passenger terminal but does not have any scheduled commercial service as of 2024.
By car
By bus
Poza Rica has one main bus terminal and two auxiliary terminals:
Taxis are plentiful, and the most common way for travelers to get around the city. Locals will more often use the peseros (also called colectivos), which run fixed routes throughout the city and to neighboring towns.
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