Oasis in the Desert

Sunday, August 9, 2009

Arrival into Tequisquiapan

There are numerous parks and walking trails in Tequis

A morning walk in the Park

Catheral in the Plaza

Our early morning walk found only a few people in the Plaza

The Plaza in Tequisquiapan

View from our restuarant de jour (note the blue sky)



We made our journey to Tequisquiapan without any problems (well, except for a speeding ticket in Monclova, Mexico - $20 USD). We spent the night in Eagle Pass, Texas and crossed the border Sunday morning (August 2). The border crossing office was 36 miles inside the Mexican border. We received our visas (good for 180 days) and car permit (12 months) and went on our way. It all took about 30 minutes. We drove on to the city of Matehuala, S.J.P., Mexico and spent the night at the Las Palmas Midway Inn. The Inn was very comfortable and we had a much needed good night’s rest.

Monday afternoon we arrived at Tequis and met with our new American amigos that had helped us find a place to stay. The efficiency apartment was only ½ block from their house. Photos of the efficiency apartment are in our previous blog. Our friends, Pete and Jimena, introduced us to Alicia Valle. Alicia has rented us the apartment for the month of August ($270 USD). The rent includes all utilities and cable TV. We forced ourselves to stay awake and visit for an hour or so with Pete and Jimena, then went to our new home. After a light snack, we quickly dropped off to sleep. After two days, I think we are now rested.

There is a lot to see and do here. Friends from Texas are coming to visit on August 17 for one week. They want to go to Mexico City – take a city tour, visit the ruins in MEX (one of the largest), and visit a museum or two. It will take about three days. We might go with them. Also, Charlotte (Cindy’s sister) is going to visit us here at some date in the future. We should be able to stay busy.

Tequis is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in the State of Queretaro. I will tell you more about it as we visit the area. Close by Tequis is the second largest Monolith in the world. It is said to have mystical powers. Also, Opal mines are nearby.

We had the internet installed at the casita. Now we should be able to use Skype and keep up with events.

1 comment:

Lynne said...

Wow, meeting George must have been a kick. I had to goggle Tequisquiapan because I didn't have a clue where it was. Your apartment looks wonderful. Keep up the great blog