Veracruz

Veracruz is a large city in the state of Veracruz (state)|Veracruz in Central Mexico. The local residents call their city "Puerto" (port) to differentiate the city from the state of Veracruz. The Port of Veracruz remains the core of its economy. It is also famous for its nightlife, and its spacious downtown area near the harbor (zocalo) comes alive with live music and dancing with a strong Cuban influence. Highlights are the annual carnival celebrations around February when the party atmosphere is particularly raucous and hotel rooms become difficult to find.

Veracruz Halal Travel Guide

Ciudad_de_Veracruz_y_San_Juán_de_Ulúa_en_1615_-_Veracruz,_Veracruz._México - Veracruz and the fort of San Juan de Ulúa depicted in 1615.

Veracruz has a rich history. It has been the main gate of the nation for sea travelers and products since its foundation. In this region and the Spanish first entered Mexico in the 16th century and remained for three centuries, forever changing the region. About 20 kilometers northwest from Puerto Veracruz, in a town known as La Antingua Veracruz, Hernán Cortés first landed in Mexico. Veracruz would be one of the main ports of the Spanish Treasure Fleets. From its harbor, Mexican silver and the Asian silks, porcelain and spices of the Acapulco -Manila galleon trade were loaded onto galleons for transport to Spain. San Juan de Ulua fortress, located on an island off the city's coast, was built in the 16th century to guard against pirate attacks. It was the scene of the final stand of Spanish colonialism in the New Spain, being occupied by Spanish soldiers for four years after Mexico's War of Independence. Veracruz has witnessed four foreign invasions, earning the city the title 'Cuatro Veces Heroica' "Four times Heroic". Two of these attacks led to full-scale invasions of Mexico which retraced the route of Cortés, by the U.S. in 1847 and France in 1862.

Despite its status as the oldest European colonial settlement on the American mainland, much of the colonial city was destroyed by invasions. The city walls were demolished during the perioid of Porfirio Diaz. However and there is some significant historic architecture, including two historic fortresses, several museums, and historical buildings in the Malecon.

A few beaches can be found north of Veracruz, but the beaches and water are not very clean; beach lovers might want to go north to Tecolutla or south to Los Tuxtlas.

The local language is Spanish. More than half (but not all) of the hospitality workers speak English. The local residents are known as jarochos. This denomination is not only for the people of the city but for the whole region of the State of Veracruz, known as "Llanuras de Sotavento." The jarochos are friendly people who love to be outdoors. The weather is mild, averaging between 25 and 32°C, but between January and March high winds from the north known as "nortes" can reach up to 120 km/h.

Travel as a Muslim to Veracruz

Veracruz has a small international airport, General Heriberto Jara International Airport GPS 19.142737,-96.183329. The only direct US flights are from Houston, Texas. There are many options from other Mexican cities, including Mexico City. The airport is about 10 kilometers west of downtown.

The ADO bus station is located a short distance from the downtown. The bus trip from Mexico City TAPO terminal (located next to the San Lazaro metro station) takes 5 1/2 hours. The bus trip from Puebla takes 3-4 hours.

• ADO - Av. Salvador Díaz Mirón No. 1698 GPS: 19.178679, -96.133815 - The central bus station, located south of downtown.

Veracruz used to be a major railway hub, but passenger services were cancelled in 1995. However the historic train station, Estacion Ferrocarril de Veracruz GPS 19.204502,-96.139629 offers the occasional tourist excursion and is an minor tourist sight in itself.

How to get around in Veracruz

Arriving at the bus station, one can buy a voucher for a taxi. The station is located on Salvador Diaz Miron Street. The bus station is located only about 10 blocks (1 kilometers) from one of the main tourist attractions of the city, Villa del March. It is about a 40-minutes walk from the Zocalo.

Taxis

Taxis are very affordable. A journey costs between US$2.50 and 5.00 according to the your zone destination. Passengers are advised to agree to the cost before entering a taxi.

Walking

The cheaper way to know the city is walking in the downtown and after that walk to the Malecon where several boats, historical buildings as well as tourist facilities and stores are located.

Travel on a Bus in Veracruz

One very interesting possibility is to take the Bus "Boca del Rio", its path almost goes across the Boulevard of the City to the downtown of "Boca del Rio", a city joined in fact with Veracruz that has the better hotels, modern building and beaches of the Region. Almost the other public buses are not recommended for tourists, because they are old, in bad conditions and often very crowded and its paths are not easy understandable for new people in the city.

Veracruz uses brightly painted US school buses for city buses. Fares are M$7.50 (Mexico#Currency|pesos).

What to see in Veracruz

San_juan_ulua1 - The fortress at San Juan de Ulúa. Mexico.Ver.Veracruz.01 - Carranza Lighthouse, overlooking the traditional boardwalk along the sea, known as malecón in Spanish.

• San Juan de Ulúa Castle | Zone portuaria GPS: 19.209244, -96.131303 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Su, 9:00am - 5:30pm The entry fee is M$41 (group or student rates are also available). Last fortress of the Spanish Empire, later used as a prision during Porfirio Díaz' government, known as one of the most cruel prisons of that time, you can hear horror stories of torture. The castle is located near the piers. While it is physically quite close to downtown, it is not feasible to access it on foot. You will need to take a tour or get there by taxi (this will cost around M$50).
• Baluarte de Santiago - Last standing part from the wall that used to surround the old city.
• Casa Museo de Agustín Lara - Blvrd Adolfo Ruiz Cortine GPS: 19.169119, -96.116906 ☎ +52 229 937 0209 The former house of famous music writer Agustin Lara is now a museum.
• Downtown - To watch people dance "danzon" a traditional Cuban music adopted in Veracruz. You can see the cathedral and enjoy a drink at Los Portales.
• Boulevard - Walk seeing the sea, or run, skate, bike by the boulevard.

• Malecon
• City Museum
• Culture Hause (IVEC)
• Atarasanas Building
• USBI
• Villa del Mar

What to do in Veracruz

• Acuario de Veracruz | Boulevard Ávila Camacho 1737 GPS: 19.186850, -96.122547 ☎ +52 229 931-1020 - 100 Adults This is an impressive collection of different fish and sharks in the Gulf of Mexico. They have a dolphin show at 11AM and 1PM.

Halal Restaurants in Veracruz

Meals depend on where you eat, you can eat great sea food in Boca del Rio and Mandinga and Alvarado (but for this last one you have to travel about 45 minutes). Look for the palapas (huts) and you can obtain a great meal for little money.

Jarocho cuisine is unique among Mexico's regional cuisines in its pronounced Spanish and Afro-Caribbean influences. The long coastlines make Veracruz a seafood paradise. Seafood dishes include octopus and red snapper (huachinango) prepared a la veracruzana (a tomato-olive based sauce), arroz a la tumbada (tumbled rice) and caldo de mariscos. Baked plantains are a ubiquitous side. Other foods of Afro-Caribbean origin are pollo encacahuatado (chicken in peanut sauce) and mondogo (tripe soup). Veracruz is famous for its café con leche. Visit the city's famous coffee houses, El Gran Cafe de la Parroquia and El Gran Cafe del Portal.

In Veracruz, as in most Mexican cities, you won't notice much difference in taste between tacos from a fancy restaurant on the plaza and tacos from a street cart, it all more or less tastes fantastic. If you're on a budget, it's best to stay away from restaurants on the plaza, where you'll pay a premium for location. Street carts are definitely the cheapest option, but if you like to sit down and eat, a good compromise that's still dirt-affordable is any of lunch counters at the Mercado Hidalgo.

• Helados El Malecón, Güero Güero Güera Güera - good ice cream sorbets. If you are very hungry, or have a companion, try a champola de guanábana, a huge milkshake of guanabana ice cream and condensed milk.

Mid-range

• Gran Café de la Parroquia - Try the lechero, or espresso with fresh and creamy milk. The picadas y gorditas con huevo (fried, handmade Tortillas topped with salsa and scrambled eggs) make a good breakfast. The rest of the food is overpriced.
• El Bayo - (It's on the road to Xalapa, by the exit to San Juan de Ulúa). Excellent seafood, especially the seafood cocktails and arroz a la tumbada (red Rice with seafood).
• Rio de la Plata - It is a traditional Mexican cantina, where you can find delicious and fresh fish. Waiters usually make "rifas" of sea food salads. The ticket costs about US$3 and it is really funny. It is located two blocks away from "Plaza de Armas".

Night clubs are the most expensive places. They will ask you to buy a bottle (whiskey, vodka, whatever) in order to give you a table to seat. If you don't mind standing you can drink single drinks around US$13 for a Cosmopolitan, for example. Men have to pay at the entrance US$5-10, women enter for free.

• Bar Titos, on the junction of Aquiles Serdan and José Ma. Morelos. A great local bar, but be prepared for an awkward silence if you're a gringo walking in the door. Relax and be polite and the regulars will undoubtedly warm to you and try to get you to salsa dance with them. Beer and drinks are much less expensive than in more touristy bars. Also, unlike many Mexican dive bars and the clientele is coed and well-mixed. And and there's usually a late-night taco cart right outside for a snack when your night's over.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Veracruz

Veracruz - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Veracruz, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Veracruz. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Veracruz and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Veracruz. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Veracruz. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inVeracruz: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Veracruz.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Veracruz: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Veracruz, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Veracruz.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Veracruz, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Veracruz, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Veracruz, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Veracruz, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Veracruz without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Veracruz is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Veracruz.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Hotel Amparo - Aquiles Serdan No. 482 ☎ +52 229 932-2738 Clean rooms with private bathrooms, secure attached vehicle parking, two blocks from the Zocalo.
• Hotel Trianon |

Nacozari 76 ☎ +52 229 931 2121 - Located in downtown near the coast. Private bathroom and air conditioning. Ask for special prices and an cable for internet.

• Hotel San Angel - Av. Ricardo Flores Magón ☎ +52 229 931 8380 - M$1000 for three nights (Oct 2014) Near waterfront, outdoor pool.

Mid-range

• Hotel Bello Veracruz - Great hotel, reasonable prices, swimming swimmingpool but no beach.
• Hotel Villas Dalí - GPS: Also great at reasonable prices.
• Hotel Veracruz Centro Historico - GPS: - Is located just around the junction from the Zocalo. Rooms are clean, comfortable and reasonably priced.
• NH Veracruz - GPS: - Luxurious hotel offering a spa, swimming pools and a fantastic view of the ocean.

• Fiesta Inn Malecón |

General Figueroa 68 GPS: 19.201297, -96.131722 ☎ +52 229 923 1500 Located near downtown in front of the pier and the Venustiano Carranza lighthouse. A great hotel, but unlike most other hotels in town it does not have a swimming swimmingpool or direct beach access.

• Fiesta Americana - Blvd. Manuel Ávila Camacho GPS: 19.150371, -96.094118 ☎ +52 229 989 8989 - Upscale beachfront hotel with world class swimming pool.
• Hotel Camino Real - Blvd. Manuel Ávila Camacho 3650 GPS: 19.148459, -96.094571 ☎ +52 229 923 5500 Great hotel, but expensive.
• Gran Hotel Diligencias - Calle Independencia 1115 GPS: 19.199852, -96.138933 ☎ +52 229 923 0280 Is in a great location right on the Zocalo. It has large rooms and free internet.

Stay Safe

Although Veracruz was once a safe haven from drug related crime prevalent in Northern Mexico, as of 2011 violence is steadily increasing.

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Veracruz

The picturesque lakeside town of Catemaco lies nearby. The bus takes around 4 hours and you'll find some nice beaches, water activities and more.

Telecommunications in Veracruz

Free Wi-Fi

• The Italian Coffee Company - Costa Verde - SSID: ITALIAN COFFEE. No power available
• Carl's Jr | Soriana parking lot - SSID: linksys. No power available
• VIPS Acuario | Waterfront by the Aquarium - SSID: VIPS ACUARIO. No power available

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