In Tlaxcala and its surrounding areas you’ll find numerous architectural treasures with astonishing facades and arty interiors.

Palacio del Gobierno (Government Palace). Located at 3 Plaza de la Constitucion, this building stands out for its Plateresque façade, its arches made with stone carvings and its balcony ornamented with baroque-style plaster. Inside are a series of murals painted by Tlaxcalan artist Desiderio Hernandez Xochitiotzin. Open daily from 9:00 to 5:00.

Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Asuncion (Cathedral). Located on the Calzada de San Francisco. This is an impressive religious construction with a renaissance-style façade and a mudejar-style wood ceiling. The cathedral has a beautiful baroque-style main altar that dates back to the 17^th century. The altar has nine quilted sculptures and nine oil paintings. Open daily from 6:30 am to 7:00 pm.

Basilica de Ocotlan. Located on the Calzada de los Misterios in the Ocotlan neighborhood. This basilica was built using an eclectic design, blending local baroque styles. The temple stands out for its baroque-style pedestal. Inside you’ll see a series of baroque altarpieces in honor of the Virgin Mary. Open daily from 9:00 to 5:00.

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