Mexico City: Taxco, Cuernavaca, and Crypto Jewish Tour

Highlights

• Step back in time and discover the history of the Jewish community in Taxco
• Visit the first Mikveh in the continent and learn about its significance
• Explore Cuernavaca and see the house of Robert Brady and the Cathedral
• Discover the former house of Cortes, now a museum with Diego Rivera murals
• Learn about the history of the Spanish Inquisition and the conquistadors

Description

Embark on a guided journey through 16th-century Mexico, exploring the history of the Jewish community in Taxco Guerrero. Learn about their attempts to escape the Spanish Inquisition and what happened to them. Visit the first Mikveh in the continent, a unique testament to their presence. The first stop will be Cuernavaca, where you’ll explore the house of Robert Brady, the Cathedral, and the former house of Cortes, now a museum dedicated to the original people of Morelos. Admire one of the first murals painted by Diego Rivera. Travel back in time to discover the stories of the conquistadors, the arrival of the Inquisition, and the first crypto-Jewish community from Portugal who settled in Taxco to mine silver.

Includes

Visit to Cuernavaca Visit to the house of Robert Brady Visit to the Cathedral in Cuernavaca Visit to the former house of Cortes, now a museum with Diego Rivera murals Visit to the XVI century Jewish silver haciendas in Taxco Guerrero. Visit to the first Mikveh in the continent

Important Information

• The tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended The tour includes visits to historical sites, so be prepared for cultural and historical insights

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund