When I first arrived in Mexico City in 2013, I was a tourist who quickly became a lover of all  Mexican things and later became a resident of this country that enchanted me. One of the main attractions to see (besides the central Zócalo, the Teotihuacan Pyramids, etc.—I will talk about them in another blog entry) was Coyoacán. This little town in the south of the city still retains its old-town charm with cobblestone streets, a 15th-century main church, hacienda-like houses instead of tall modern buildings, and beautiful Spanish-era architecture. It is most famous for being Frida Kahlo’s neighborhood.

Coyoacán is a popular spot where Mexicans spend their weekends, filled with charming restaurants, street performances, craft markets, popsicle vendors, and old churro stands, all creating a scenic atmosphere. In the 1940s, this was the place where bohemian and well-known artists decided to live on the outskirts of the city, making it one of the main cultural centers of Mexico City.