Welcome to Tlaxcala, Mexico
Is one of the 31 states of Mexico, located to the east of Mexico City. Tlaxcala is bordered to the west by Mexico state, to the northwest by Hidalgo, and to the north, east, and south by Puebla. The state consists of 60 municipalities.
It covers an area of 1,037 square kilometers and this is the smallest of Mexico's states.
The state's main exports are textiles, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.
On weekends in Tlaxcala, locals gather at the main square to listen to local bands, and a “school dance” atmosphere prevails. Tlaxcala is a very walkable city, and the tourist office gives inexpensive tours of Tlaxcala and its “senorios” (Pre-Hispanic warrior cities.) This area surrounding Tlaxcala will surely intrigue archaeology buffs, who will want to explore the state’s now deserted convents and well-preserved ruins of Cacaxtla and Xicotencatl. Tlaxcala also has museums, art galleries and a cultural center that provide an authentic look at Mexico’s Heartland. Tlaxcala has comfortable lodgings, and it’s hard to go wrong when choosing a good place to eat in town. Tlaxcala’s specialties include chicken stuffed with fruits and other meats, and an unrefined alcoholic drink made from the maguey cactus. Many of Tlaxcala’s restaurants and bars feature live music and outdoor seating, making your stay here a delightful culinary treat.