Tepoztlán

Today we were able to enjoy some free time to work on our curriculum and explore Cuernavaca. I took the opportunity to return to one of my favorite places in Mexico, Tepoztlán. Only about 30 minutes and a 120 peso taxi ride ($10 US dollars!) from downtown Cuernavaca, this place is known for its magic and energy. It gets its name from the Nahuatl word Tepoztli meaning copper. According to the locals, UFOs as well as hippies from around the world can be found here.

Tepoztlán is also home to the World Heritage Site, Ex-Convento Dominico de la Natividad which dates back to the 16th century (background). The market in Tepoztlán is also well known, especially on Sundays. It is also home to the best salsa I've ever had at a restaurant. And that's no weenie size portion like you get in the States. This is enough to feed a table of four. The ladies at this restaurant Los Colorines also make the second best guacamole in the world (My wife puts tomatillos and more in hers ;)) It was another great day in Tepoztlán. I can't wait to come back in two weeks.