Moving to Tepoztlán can open up an exciting lifestyle change. But it requires proper planning. For example, I made three vacation visits before deciding to move here. Please do not rent or buy property sight unseen or without ever having been in Mexico. If you do, you are asking for trouble. If you follow the guidelines in this article, you...
Read MoreIn this continuing monthly series on neighborhoods of Tepoztlán, I feature one of my favorites, Barrio San Pedro. I lived there from 2007-2008, and enjoyed the relative coolness and proximity to the National Forest and trails, while, at the same time, it's only a half-hour downhill walk to the center of Tepoztlán. And, it was a comparatively...
Read MoreColonia Valle de Atongo (pronounced "Ba-yea de Ah-ton-go"), is the largest of the neighborhoods in Tepoztlán. It is also the wealthiest. Only a very small part of it is businesses. The major portion is residential, with very large estates behind high walls, often with gorgeous flower overhangs, mostly bougainvillea. This article is the third in...
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,...
Read MoreIxcatapec 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 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 More"Precaution! Artists working." The impulse to create public art goes way back in history. At the site of the main church in Tepoztlán, the last earthquake uncovered a 500-year-old mural . Here is an article documenting it.
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