City of Veracruz
The port’s magic is palpable as soon as you arrive: the air carries the sound of melodic son jarocho chords and the scent of tobacco, coffee, and torito (a popular drink in Veracruz). Under the main square’s colonnades, you will find the marimba and its regular patrons. In its center, the elegance and sensuality of danzón. Its buildings and squares are steeped in the past, and so is the warmth of its people and its traditions, which are shown in their best light during the Carnival season.
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Veracruz is joy, music and exquisite food. Founded in the 16th century by Hernán Cortés, it forms an important part of Mexico’s history. Besides, a great deal of the country’s commercial dynamism is concentrated here.
In its buildings and squares, you will find yourself face-to-face with the past, the warmth of its people and its wonderful traditions. Nights in Veracruz are elegant, filled with danzón during Carnival season.
This beach destination (56 miles from Xalapa) offers its visitors many treasures such as San Juan de Ulúa, where legends come to life, the Cathedral, and the popular neighborhood of Boca del Río, with its restaurants and lively atmosphere.