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Downtown Attractions Puerto Vallarta |
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In the downtown area, overhead
wires are being cabled underground, to the delight of
photographers and strollers, that now will be able to
enjoy Puerto Vallarta's architecture where white walls
are interrupted only by flowerpots blooming with bougainvillea,
geranium, hibiscus, copa de oro and splendid ferns.
The city streets have always been paved in cobbled stones,
but now, these river rocks have been set in concrete
to create a much smoother and durable surface. |
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One of
the most enjoyable attractions in Puerto Vallarta, here
you'll experience the beautiful view of the emerald
colored bay, stroll on the beachfront side and you'll
enjoy a view of the beach and sea plus an unobstructed
view of the breathtaking Vallarta sunsets. Walk on the
other side and you'll enjoy the shops, bars and restaurants
along the Malecón. Extends some 10 blocks from
Hotel Rosita to the Zócalo (main square). |
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One of
the city's symbols, a bronze Triton with a Mexican sombrero
rides on a Seahorse. Don't forget to take your picture
with this beautiful sculpture. |
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The Church,
called, Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe,
on calle Hidalgo, one block from the Zócalo (main
square). A beautiful church that more than any other
symbol represents Puerto Vallarta. A beautiful crown
tops the tower. |
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Relax
and eat an ice-cream on the main plaza in Vallarta,
watch people stroll by on the malecón or feed
the pigeons that live in large amounts around the square.
Rest on the benches or take your photo with the green
"Kiosko" in the middle of the square, which
is normally used for Sunday music. |
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Calle
Zaragoza 445, Puerto Vallarta. Most famous for Elizabeth
Taylor's former home Casa Kimberly, many expatriates
from the United States settled here during the 1950s,
and the name 'Gringo Gulch' soon took hold. Casa Kimberly
is now a bed and breakfast, but you can tour this lovely
home bought for Liz by Richard Burton.
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Once
you've finished viewing contemporary Mexican art, you
will want to learn more about the famous local Huichol
Indian art. For a complete lesson on this distinctive
and important part of Puerto Vallarta's history, visit
Arte Magico Huichol, which displays the world's largest
permanent collection of Huichol beadwork, masks, jewelry
and tapestries. In some of the galleries around town,
you will also see the work of Jose Benitez, a modern
master of the traditional Huichol techniques. |
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Puerto
Vallarta art galleries show all kinds of Mexican and
international art. From avant-garde to indigenous art
to fine pottery, each gallery specializes in different
genre. If you happen to visit during the Puerto Vallarta
art season, from November to April, you'll even be able
to attend cocktail parties at the galleries to meet
the artists. Vallarta's art community has existed more
than 30 years. |
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Maze
of shops that offers practically everything for tourists. |
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A cool
stroll along the river walkway under the bridges that
separate the downtown area. See the statue of film director
John Huston, a mini archaeological museum and a host
of other shops and restaurants. |
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