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Xochicalco ruins are located south-west of Cuernavaca, Morelos and date from about 650 AD. The site has an observatory, several ball courts and a number of structures, some excavated and restored and others still only earth-covered mounds. There is also a small museum displaying regional artifacts. Continue reading Xochicalco Capital of Morelos, Cuernavaca has been known for centuries as the City of the Eternal Spring. Continue reading Cuernavaca, Morelos The small village of Tlayacapan in the hills of Morelos is is known for its clay and ceramic pottery and figurines. Continue reading Tlayacapan, Morelos The 16th C. Hacienda of San Antonio Atlacomulco, now called the Ex-Hacienda de Cortés, was one of the most important sugar mills of the colonial era. Continue reading Ex-Hacienda de Cortés A small but diverse state, Morelos offers colonial architecture and history, the archaeological sites of Xochicalco, Teopanzolco, El Tepozteco and Chalcatzingo, several reconstructed haciendas, many now turned into hotels and resorts and plenty of natural hot springs, lakes and recreational areas such as Tequesquitengo, Las Lagunas de Zempoala and Agua Hedionda in Cuautla. Continue reading State of Morelos Cuernavaca’s Cathedral – la Catedral de la Asunción – is situated on the corner of Hidalgo and Morelos streets a short walk from the plaza. A Mariachi Mass can be heard here on Sundays. Continue reading The Cathedral The Chalcatzingo archaeological site is about half-way between the towns of Cuautla and Izucar de Morelos, and feature carvings that depict mythical and religious themes associated with agriculture and fertility. Continue reading Chalcatzingo, Morelos The Tepozteco pyramid, perched high on the craggy cliffs above the town of Tepoztlán, Morelos, is open to the public daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Continue reading El Tepozteco Pyramid Tepoztlan’s 16th century Dominican Church is located near the market in the center of town. Note the novel decoration with beans and seeds of the gated entrance to the church yard leading from the market area. Continue reading Tepoztlan Church and Convent 
Tepoztlan is a small town nestled between craggy cliffs located in the State of Morelos and makes for a pleasant side-trip from Cuernavaca or a quiet destination in its own right. Visit the Tepozteco pyramid, the Church and ex-convent, now a museum, and colorful town market. Continue reading Tepoztlan, Morelos Cuautla is located at the base of the Popocatepetl volcano in eastern Morelos, in an area of sugar cane and hot springs. Continue reading Cuautla, Morelos A few of Cuernavaca’s finest and most notable restaurants for some memorable and varied dining experiences. Continue reading Cuernavaca Restaurants |
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