Publisher's Synopsis
The intriguing colonial heritage of Mexico is profiled in this detailed and informative guide. Chicki Mallan leads readers through cities such as San Miguel de Allende, Merida, and Veracruz, revealing 500-year-old churches, Spanish haciendas, and imposing palaces in styles ranging from neoclassical to Mudejar. She also emphasizes distinctive areas to shop in each city. Past and present are celebrated with coverage of festivals, indigenous arts and crafts, and photos taken by Oz Mallan.
