Veracruze is the oldest and largest port city in Mexico. It was founded by Hernando Cortez in 1519 and began the Spanish Conquest of the country. Our city tour began with a stop at the Grand Cafe de Parroquial for great coffee with hot leche (milk or cream). We then visited the town square where the cathedral, shops and hotels are located. A short drive took us to the San Juan de Ulua Fort built in 1582 out of coral reefs. It was used for storage of trade goods and as a prison. It was right next to the very busy port area. We finished the tour with a visit to Wal-Mart. We couldn't believe how excited everyone was to go there??!!
A long walk on the beach then dinner in the seaside village of Anton Lizardo finished out the day.
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