I thought I would continue with second half of my excursion from yesterday and share with you some beautiful scenes of Puebla. The architecture was quite different from other town, as Puebla was constructed after the Spanish invasion, therefore referred to as a colonial town.
Beautiful library
An amazing art gallery
Contemporary artworks
17th century paintings
After our tour guide had escorted us to lunch we were ‘set free’ to explore the city on our own, with a scheduled meeting time and place. Most tourist head off to markets for shopping but I was interested in finding something more. On my own I discovered a fabulous gallery with a permanent exhibition of 17th century religious paintings and a brand new exhibit of a contemporary feminist artist working in ceramics. Puebla is renowned for its ceramics (and brick making) but this was innovative work in the traditional medium. Further along, while heading towards the designated meeting place, I also stumbled upon an interesting tree covered street with what appeared at first to be tiny houses. Upon closer inspection, the row of spaces where artist’s studios and it was here that I had some interesting conversations with artists at work in their personal workspaces! Both of these experiences were very fulfilling and added a unique quality to my trip.
Puebla’s beautiful ceramic work
Artist studio barrio
I hope you’ve enjoyed my lovely trip to Puebla yesterday and I thank you for joining me on this amazing journey. I did manage to sneak in a few extra special moments this morning but this afternoon has been spent preparing for my return to reality.
My flight leaves after midnight tonight and I will be travelling for the next 17 hours, to make my way home, so please don’t be surprised if you don’t hear from me for the next few days. I’m arriving just in time to celebrate our 40th anniversary, so between celebrating and sleeping there will be little time for blogging I’m afraid.
Until next time, love, carol xox
Amazing colours! I love that you found some little places to explore off the beaten track. I’m sure it has all been a very inspirational trip! Safe travels home! xoxo
I’m glad you’ve enjoyed the photos, Tammy! I seem to be very lucky when travelling alone, and always manage to find something totally inspirational to me. xox
Hi, Carol, I’m Belen, Chilean. I met you on the tour to Puebla and Cholula and had lunch together with my family. Today I checked my passport and found your card. I saw your artistic work and it’s beautiful, I loved it. After the trip I started to study English and in the near future to do a Master’s degree abroad. I send you a big hug and I thought I would soon write you an email to share with you some photos of Chile and also of my trip to Mexico where we met. Regards!!
My sweet friend, Belen! How lovely to hear from you! Thank you so much for checking out my blog and I hope that you will continue to keep in touch. Sending much love to you and your family in Chile, always, carol xox