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Buying Land in Tepoztlán

Don Karp, August 9 2026

You don't need to be a Mexican national to buy land, and you don't even need residency, but you'd best be aware of the technicalities and get assistance from vetted professionals before entering into  legal agreements. Mexico Living Experience recently had a client seeking information about building a retreat and conference center. Since I knew...

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Centro Tepoztlán: Part One

Don Karp, August 1 2026

Tepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico. Avenida Tepozteco, one of the main streets. This is a continuation of the series on neighborhoods in Tepoztlán. It covers the central area, Centro, consisting mostly of businesses and public spaces. The area is large and very important--the hub of the city. Here in part one, I've followed along the two main streets...

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Barrio San Pedro, Part Two

Don Karp, July 4 2026

Tepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico. Overlook at the end of a trail in Parque Ocelotzin, Barrio San Pedro. Photo by Don Karp This is the second part of a two-part series on one of my favorite neighborhoods, Barrio San Pedro.  This one features a hike on a mountain trail, whereas part one focused on residential areas. Beginning at the center of town...

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