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PUEBLA CATHEDRAL
AT THE HEART OF PUEBLA THE CATHEDRAL STANDS TALL AMONGST A CITY OF ARCHITECTURAL WONDERS
Puebla Cathedral
Puebla, Mexico
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About
Dominating the Zócalo of Puebla, this 16th-century cathedral is a masterpiece of colonial Mexican Baroque. Designed by Claudio de Arciniega, who also worked on Mexico City's cathedral, the structure blends Renaissance symmetry with ornate altars, vast domes, and two towers that were once the tallest in the Americas. It was built to be both a religious centre and a civic symbol of Spanish power.
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Architecture Highlights
Main Façade: Italian Renaissance in symmetry, Spanish Baroque in detail
Altar of the Kings: one of the finest in Mexico
Underground tunnels and crypt tours available at the cathedral
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How to get there
Fly or bus to Puebla City (just south of Mexico City)
From city centre, it’s walkable from most historic hotels
Guided historical tours available - Check options with Guru
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Where to Stay
Budget: Casa Pepe Puebla - design-led hostel near the historic core, fantastic choice for backpackers looking for a comfertable and social vibe.
Mid-range: Hotel Boutique Casareyna - Cute Boutique hotel for a relaxing stay (classic 19th-century design)
Luxury: Cartesiano Urban Wellness Center (contemporary architecture in a colonial shell)
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