Unfortunately, the cloud forest was true to its name, and we saw little but fog, so opted for a final seafood lunch as we skimmed the coastline before heading inland to Puebla. Climbing through dense fog to 7,500ft we broke out into clear sunshine on top of the Central Plateau and found our campsite near Puebla in time to enjoy the blissfully cool evening air. Having largely stuck with coastal and rural areas so far, this was the first of a number of colonial cities we intend to visit on our way back North. The girls are thoroughly enjoying a taste of 'cafe society'.
We also spent a day in nearby Cholula, which is known for its numerous churches built by the conquistadores, one of which they perched on a hill that turned out to be the second largest pyramid in the world, Pyramide Tepanapa.
We climbed to he top of this still unrestored pyramid for geat views of the city and surrounding volcanoes.
Avoiding the congestion and pollution of Mexico City, we took the new toll road to camp close to Teotihuacan, one of the largest and most impressive archaelogical sites in Mexico.
Somewhat spontaneously, we took a bus into Mexico City for a day, touring the historic centre on foot. The girls really surprised us with their interest in the churches and museums - in no small part due to the blood and gore on the models that the Catholic Church seems fond of; and the grotesque images from earlier times.
The afternoon was spent at the fantastic Anthropological Museum, where the 'Voladores' also performed their traditional flying act.
We have now just at arrived at yet another colonial city - Queretaro - where we will no doubt see many more churches etc.
Great pictures. You have been to ther exact spots where we were at Teotihuacan. Much envy!
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It all looks lovely. Great churches and ruins. Very envious. Love Simon and Caro xx
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