12 days of México

#12 Coyoacan
- Coyoacan is one of sixteen barrios in Mexico City (or Distrito Federal aka D.F.). It's a beautiful neighborhood that contains much of its original colonial era architecture, narrow streets, and lush green plazas. On our last trip to Mexico City, we visited Coyoacan but only to visit the house of one of its most famous residents, Frida Kahlo. This time around I hope to spend a couple of days around the neighborhood and taking in its quaint bohemian vibe with more photo taking, shopping, drinking, and general gallivanting. Drinking cafe at a spot called Cafe El Jarocho is popular amongst the locals. A cappuccino costs M$7 (about .56cents USD). You can stand with your drink at the high tables or take it to the curbside benches adjacent to the storefront.


Parroquia de San Juan Bautista, built in 1592 - Coyoacan, Mexico City

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