By Clay Larroy
After working and studying hard all
year long families across the United States will be taking long awaited vacations. Family vacations and travel can be the
most rewarding experience. Families that take vacations together build memories that
will last a lifetime. Family
vacations are so important, as it gives us a way to connect with each other in
a stress free relaxed environment. When you need to plan a trip contact
me!
San Cristobal de
las Casas
The colonial village of San Cristobal de las Casas
is the jewel in the center of the cool Chiapas highlands, nestled in a valley
and surrounded by forests and hills. San Cristobal de las Casas is close to a
number of traditional
Mayan villages, and the town still retains a
palpable indigenous soul, coexisting harmoniously with its colonial charm.
The town was originally established as a Spanish
stronghold against the surrounding indigenous communities. It is a picturesque
place of cobbled lanes and long rambling streets that undulate with the hilly
terrain, squat
whitewashed houses with red tiled roofs, flower-filled
patios, wrought iron balconies, shady plazas, ornate facades and lavish
churches. The main plaza was the Spanish center of town and today it is the
best place to sit and watch life pass by. The cathedral dominates the northern
side and its steps are always busy with playful, ragged children, arriving and
departing worshippers, resting passersby and vendors. North of the plaza the
daily market is a fascinating bustle of indigenous life, a trading space for
local produce and household goods.
The streets and plazas are filled with the vibrancy
of people from the surrounding villages who give the town its character and
dominate its trade. The region is known for its colorful handicrafts,
traditional markets, fascinating local fiestas, legends and mystical ceremonies
that are influenced by the Mayan ancient traditions and way of life. Each
barrio or neighborhood of the city has a distinctive identity, rooted in the old
custom of trade, with candle making, carpentry or blacksmith shops the
predominant feature in each. San Cristobal is an invigorating yet peaceful
town: a good base from which to enjoy the graceful colonial atmosphere and to
explore the highland region and the outlying Indian villages. The grand Mayan
site at Palenque can be visited from here, as well as Agua Azul, a dazzling
series of waterfalls and turquoise pools that are one of Mexico's natural
wonders.
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