Ixcatapec is a pueblo (town) within the larger municipality of Tepoztlán. Tepoztlán's population is 60,000, while Ixcatapec has 800 residents. This town is one of the "up-and-coming" neighborhoods with many expat transplants and businesses to cater to their tastes. Ixcatapec in Nahuatl means: "the hill with sheep, or
Read MoreTepoztlán, known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant cultural scene, is a small town located in the state of Morelos, Mexico. It’s famous for its mystical charm, historical significance, and as a hub for wellness and spiritual retreats. With a population of around 50,000, it attracts tourists, digital nomads, and expats from all over the...
Read MoreTepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico. This is a quiet street in the Ixcatapec, a pueblo of the municipality. This article is the introduction to a series of monthly articles exploring the varied neighborhoods of Tepoztlán. It is a theme prompted by folk's suggestions. Tepoztlán is one of the federal government supported "magic towns." It is an hour drive...
Read MorePerhaps the variety of music is one of the attributes that draw people from other countries to relocate to Mexico. I was drawn by the culture of family and community, instead of work and shopping that predominates in the US. The glue that holds together the community are its fiestas, and that includes music. Here we'll explore how music is...
Read MoreTepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico. A weekend on Avenida Tepozteco, a main street in Tepoztlán. Photo by author Unlike the US, a lot of life in Mexico happens in the streets. And Tepoztlán is no exception. Here we visit some main streets and side streets. We will see tourists and street booths that serve them. And we will enjoy street arts and culture,...
Read MoreColonia Atongo Valle de Atongo, the largest and wealthiest section of the Tepoztlán metropolitan area, sits at its northeast boundary. I was fortunate to be the live-in security for two weeks while the tenant was away. Here is a prior blog on Atongo. For me, the main benefit, besides enjoying the beautiful view of the surrounding mountains, was...
Read MoreTepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico. View from outdoor Cafe Mozart, in Valle Atongo. Photo by author Valle de Atongo is the largest section of metropolitan Tepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico. It is mostly residential, and the wealthiest neighborhood. I love to walk there, past the fine huge walled in estates. You'll see why in the images I
Read MoreTepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico. Abode bricks for sale at a local manufacturing site. The cost listed in USD is fifty cents per brick. Photo by author Adobe is the characteristic and distinctive building material in this region. Where I am from originally, the northeastern part of the US, most homes are made of wood. Why the
Read MoreTepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico. Even boys join the family crew when pouring a roof. Photo by author Across the street from me a crew started pouring the cement roof on a house. I grabbed my camera to film the work.
Read MoreIt's fun to shop for fresh vegetables and fruit at the outdoor markets. The warm dry climate makes it comfortable. During those few months when it rains, an overhead tarp provides protection. The main market in Tepoztlán is in the center of town. Parts of it are open every day, but it expands on weekends to serve the large tourist influx to this...
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