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Mexico is perhaps especially famous for the Zongocht Caribbean coast, where resorts on white sandy beaches and turquoise seas, are rich Maya heritage and bustling capital, but there is still a lot about the American southern Buurtoerists not remember it.
After all, this is one of the largest and most diverse countries in the western hemisphere, and you would be a fool to think that Cancun, or even Mexico City, are representative of Mexico as a whole.
To the surprise of experts from the industry, this year a growing number of Americans are actively the usual hotspots for tourism, and being floching Instead of this secret destination That is rarely once on travel brochures.
Although it is hardly your typical vacation, the unusual San Luis offers Potosí both Low prices and a fascinating culture, and it sees a significant increase in arrivals:
San Luis Potosí rises Fast In popularity among Americans
According to Claudia Lorena Peralta Antiga, the head of the tourist directorate of the city council, visitors from the United States lead in the number of foreign participants in San Luis Potosí, followed by Colombians and Canadians.
This can easily be attributed to the rising attraction of the city among culture-hungry Americans, who are no longer attracted to the all-inclusive holiday model and are looking for more authentic experiences in non-tourist areas.
In addition, Mrs. Antiga pointed out the Recent expansion of air connectivity On San Luis Potosí International Airport (SLP): It is now connected to Houston (IAH) and Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) in Texas, as well as Atlanta (ATL) and San Antonio (SAT).
In addition, negotiations are currently being held with four airlines that are interested in the San Luis Potosí-Mcallen-Mcallen route, although no further information has been announced at the moment.
Why do Americans love San Luis Potosí so much?
San Luis Potosí (or SLP) is a large city in the center of Mexico, with a population that is just shy to reach the 1 million mark, a hugely important financial and trade hub, because of the strategic location halfway between Mexico city and the American border.
Unlike Monterrey, which is largely known for its production industries, SLP has one modest eleganceAnd historical charm that you will not find in most new world cities.
To begin with, it is the home of a well-preserved UNESCO world heritage location of a historic center, littered with colonial sights built until the 17th century:
The most famous monument in the city, the cathedral is compared to beauty of Mexico City’s and Guadalajara: it has one Different facade with pink quarterAnd the richly decorated interiors will make you impressed.
In the neighborhood, the Verdant Jardín de San Francisco is a green oasis centered around a beautiful fountain and bordered by Palatial Spanish era structures, including three baroque churches and the Regional Positano Museum, housed in what was once a Franciscan monastery.
A short course of a 3 -minute walk from the gardens, the historicalSignificantly Caja Real is a surviving remnant of the now -known viceroy of New Spain. It is where traders would stand in line to pay their taxes to the Spanish crown in gold and silver.
There are many others Beautiful buildings To be admired in the compact, walkable center, of a neoclassical Teatro de la PazTo the photo-perfect low houses along Universidad Street, distinguished by their clear shades and elegant window frames.
How cheap is San Luis Potosí?
If you were looking for an affordable outing in Mexico that the bank will not break, then you are definitely at the right place.
Generally, meals in a room -run restaurant Will cost you $ 8.78based on Numbeo Estimates, while 3-course presentations in a luxury eatery in the city center for two people will probably return $ 39.
The price range is reasonable as it is, but even if you have a superstrict budget, you do not have to look beyond the old city to stretch those dollars further:
A walk of 8 minutes from the ZócaloCafé Corta’o is a no-Fris coffee shop housed in a colonial, lively Jaune Eat services for sturdy breakfast menus and natural juices for around $ 7.
For quesadillas, Gorditasand chilaquiles combined with homemade sauce, El Mesón de San Pascual is popular because of his variety of dishes and accessible prices, with Main courses of as cheap as $ 5Or the equivalent in Pesos.
Every day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. you can also visit the lively Mercado Hidalgo, sitting in Naamsstraat and crossed with rows of street food and not leave fresh products without the local machitos Tacos!
They are made of orange juice and vinegar-marinated sheep (or goat) waste, and they are absolutely delicious.
What about hotels?
In terms of accommodation, Marinacristina is a 3-star accommodation provider that invoices guests $ 60 a night for a single room directly in the center of the city.
It even cheaper Patio Zaragoza costs $ 51 to book as a single traveler, and we are talking about a double bed just a few meters away from the cathedral, and With breakfast included.
If you are a loyal Marriott customer, you will be happy to City Centro by Marriott Has spacious king -size rooms of just $ 100 – as well as a swimming pool on the roof with a great view of the old city.
On average, tourists will spend in between $ 55 and $ 103 per night on accommodation, according to Budget your trip.
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