The women of Smoke
Who are the women of Humo? They are in charge of preserving and spreading the aromas and flavors of the Totonaca region. They have been in charge of rescuing the traditional recipes of Totonacapan, in the state of Veracruz, which are of ancestral knowledge. They bear the name of women of smoke as a tribute […]
Chaparrales Beach
35 km from Poza Rica is a hidden paradise, Chaparrales Beach, in the municipality of Cazones, Veracruz. One of the most beautiful and cleanest beaches in the area and the Gulf of Mexico. The perfect beach if you are looking for a little privacy because it is less crowded, it stands out for the amount […]
Get to know Cazones
On the coast of the Gulf of Mexico and only 32 km from Poza Rica, the municipality of Cazones has a great attraction which are its almost virgin beaches, apart from other activities and the gastronomy of the region that are worth a visit to this destination. Visit its beaches Cazones, has several beaches, the […]
Discover the nearest beaches to Poza Rica
Of all the beaches in northern Veracruz, Poza Rica is the most centrally located beach area, here we tell you which are the closest: 1. Barra de CazonesIn Cazones, the best known and most popular beach is Barra de Cazones, 43 km away from Poza Rica. Here the Cazones River meets the sea. Nearby you […]
The Murals of Papantla
In the center of the magical town of Papantla, a beautiful tour of murals celebrating the Totonaca culture and the heritage of their traditions will be waiting for you. Full of magic and color, you can find many of the murals near the central park, but also in restaurants and stores that show the beauty […]
Monument to the Flyer
Located in the municipality of Papantla, at the top of the hill of the bell tower is the monument to the Volador. It is 18 meters high and was built in 1988. At the foot of the Volador Monument there is a plaque called “Mensajeros del Sol” (Messengers of the Sun), which tells the meaning […]
Park of the Americas
At the top of Cerro del Abuelo you will find the only lookout point in Poza Rica and the best view of the entire city. Originally the hill was used to grow sugar cane and coffee in the early 20th century. But in the late 50’s it was transformed into a place for people to […]
Christ the Redeemer in Tihuatlán
A monumental sculpture, from Mexico that represents Christ located 22 kilometers from Poza Rica in Tihuatlán, called the city of sculptures, for having several of them. It is the third tallest sculpture in Mexico and is 1.5 meters taller than Christ the Redeemer in Brazil. The author of the design, direction and execution of the […]
Tajin Archaeological Zone
In the municipality of Papantla, Veracruz, Mexico and only 15 minutes from Poza Rica, is the Tajin Archaeological Zone. Of Totonaca origin, it is a Pre-Columbian zone, believed to have reached its peak between 800 and 1150 AD. It is believed that El Tajin was the capital of the Totonaca empire in the transition to […]
Meet the Pipian
Pipian, which originated in pre-Hispanic times, is a sauce made with roasted and ground pumpkin seeds, and can be mixed with different chiles to make it green or red. Also known as “mole de pipian”, it is used to marinate meats, chicken, but in Veracruz it is most famous for being used as a sauce […]