Plaza de la Constitución / El Zócalo
The main square
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This is the best place to be if you are in the area. There are traditional dances all day long, and stop around 10pm, this is a safe area that is highly guarded by the federal police, that are oustide the cathedral. This group dances and plays drums, its really interesting as they are actual ancestors from different groups. There is someone that comes around with a "bowl" to put money in, which they say is to buy materials to make their costumes.
Reviewed by: daisyv from on Aug 18 2008
To see Mexico City with friends who live there is to be part of it not just a spectator. Like ANY huge city you can find the good and the bad. Be careful and watch yourself and you will be endlessly delighted with the place,the events, and especially the people.
Reviewed by: KentJ from on Oct 26 2007
Of all the places in Mexico City, the Zocolo most reflects its complex mixture of culture and history. Simply stand in the middle and turn in a circle and you will see the elements of Mexico City from its ancient history to present. Also, the Zocolo attracts an interesting mix of people. So, if you are a people watcher, this is your spot!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on May 21 2007
in the afternoon the zocalo plaza is one of the most amazing places to enjoy and admire the people of mexcico the breathtaking architechture nad the huge mexcan flag is amazing
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Feb 20 2006
No one can miss the whole Mexico City experiance, it's the largest city in the world, both in size and population, and it has one of the greatest people and a very rich history.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 19 2005
I loved the culture and the people. They were all full of life. The food was great and the weather was wounderful during May. The festivities went on every night with dancing and singing. You will have to see it for ytourself.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 13 2005
This was my first view of the city, directly from the metro. It was breathtaking. There was the Catedral in its glory and a ton of people. I could hear the noise of the vendors and smell the food. A parade of army men marched right in the National palace next to me, complete with automatic rifles. The square, second largest in the world, showcased a myriad of political protesters to officials in Oaxaca and Mexico state, everywhere. They were bold, even stating an official as a fascist. People were open minded here. More political views. There was a demonstration of tons of electrical and mechanical engineers paraded throug the street about something or other. It was moving. You just don't seem this much activity. There are vendors everywhere here and Aztec dancers at night.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Mar 23 2005
The main square
Back to Plaza de la Constitución / El Zócalo
This is the best place to be if you are in the area. There are traditional dances all day long, and stop around 10pm, this is a safe area that is highly guarded by the federal police, that are oustide the cathedral. This group dances and plays drums, its really interesting as they are actual ancestors from different groups. There is someone that comes around with a "bowl" to put money in, which they say is to buy materials to make their costumes.
Reviewed by: daisyv from on Aug 18 2008
To see Mexico City with friends who live there is to be part of it not just a spectator. Like ANY huge city you can find the good and the bad. Be careful and watch yourself and you will be endlessly delighted with the place,the events, and especially the people.
Reviewed by: KentJ from on Oct 26 2007
Of all the places in Mexico City, the Zocolo most reflects its complex mixture of culture and history. Simply stand in the middle and turn in a circle and you will see the elements of Mexico City from its ancient history to present. Also, the Zocolo attracts an interesting mix of people. So, if you are a people watcher, this is your spot!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on May 21 2007
in the afternoon the zocalo plaza is one of the most amazing places to enjoy and admire the people of mexcico the breathtaking architechture nad the huge mexcan flag is amazing
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Feb 20 2006
No one can miss the whole Mexico City experiance, it's the largest city in the world, both in size and population, and it has one of the greatest people and a very rich history.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 19 2005
I loved the culture and the people. They were all full of life. The food was great and the weather was wounderful during May. The festivities went on every night with dancing and singing. You will have to see it for ytourself.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 13 2005
This was my first view of the city, directly from the metro. It was breathtaking. There was the Catedral in its glory and a ton of people. I could hear the noise of the vendors and smell the food. A parade of army men marched right in the National palace next to me, complete with automatic rifles. The square, second largest in the world, showcased a myriad of political protesters to officials in Oaxaca and Mexico state, everywhere. They were bold, even stating an official as a fascist. People were open minded here. More political views. There was a demonstration of tons of electrical and mechanical engineers paraded throug the street about something or other. It was moving. You just don't seem this much activity. There are vendors everywhere here and Aztec dancers at night.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Mar 23 2005
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