Tepoztlán, 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 MorePachamama was opened relatively recently in Tepoztlán. Its smaller companion store, Tlally, that sells different types of honey, has been next door prior to the opening of the bistro.
Read MoreTepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico. View of Av. Tepozteco, a main street, with Santisima Church.
Read MoreSan Cristóbal, Chiapas, Mexico. The main church at the town center, where many streets, like this one, are for foot traffic only. San Cristóbal de las Casas, in the southern Mexican state of Chiapas, is a pueblo mágico, as is Tepoztlán. A friend and I decided to spend ten days there, to get away from the heat in Tepoz, which has increased over...
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 MoreValle de Bravo, Estado Mexico, Mexico. Photo by author. That's me sitting by the welcoming sign at the town center: "I love Valle de Bravo." Photo by author Valle de Bravo is a two hour drive southwest of Mexico City. Its Lake Avándaro was man-made in the 40s as a water reservoir for the city. Like Tepoztlán, where I live, Valle de Bravo is...
Read MoreThe comments on my last blog were contradictory. Do you think I need to offer more positive views? My friend Jake is posting this as a guest. As a part-time resident of Acapulco, Mexico, he has a more positive viewpoint than mine. See his bio at the end of this Letter. When Mexicans and international visitors think of Acapulco, beaches, water...
Read MoreTepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico. View of the mountains from the new mercado (market). Photo by author What's it like to live in Tepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico? What are the pros and cons, based on my experience living in Tepoztlán since 2003? Of course, this is highly subjective. What's an advantage for me might be a disadvantage for you. Nevertheless,...
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