Nestled among four volcanoes, Puebla is a large city in east-central Mexico. Puebla is widely recognized as the “baroque cradle of Mexico”. This title is easy to understand once you arrive in the city – there are many architectural and historic landmarks of different epochs in Puebla. Without a doubt, they are incredibly popular with tourists. Scenic nature is another treasure of this Mexican city. Beautiful landscapes harmoniously frame the enchanting look of Puebla. Mexicans often call Puebla a gastronomic capital because this is the homeland of numerous unique dishes with exotic flavors and tastes. Archaeological excavations proved that the first settlements on the site of modern Puebla existed long before the start of our age. The modern history of the city started in 1519 when Hernan Cortes entered this region on his way to Tlaxcala. The indigenous people were under the Aztec dominance at that time, and they were not happy about it. That is why when the Spanish army captured the territory, local people met them as liberators. The foundation date of Puebla – 1531 – is also considered the date when the Mexican state was established. At that time, Puebla was an important transition point between Mexico City and the port of Veracruz. There was also a large military garrison in Pueblo. The favorable location helped the city to become an important economic and cultural center within a short time. The population of Puebla was growing, and the economy of the
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