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Picture of Veracruz taken from the imfamous Fort - Veracruz
Picture of Veracruz taken from the imfamous Fort

Veracruz has seen it's face in many a movie. The historic first Spanish fortress in Mexico, the Fort of San Juan de Ulua, makes the trip to the humid city of Veracruz worthwhile. If you think it looks familiar, you are probably right! It's been shown in several movies, including "Romancing the Stone". Michael Douglas spent 2 months in Veracruz filming that movie. That same movie contains a scene in the Cascadas de Texolo (check out my Xico, Veracruz or Xalapa, Veracruz page for info on that interesting waterfall).

Anyway, don't forget to walk around the many plazas and enjoy your stay. Check out some more pics and tips on my Veracruz page.

  • Last visit to Veracruz: Dec 2000
  • Intro Updated Feb 27, 2003
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Fort of San Juan de Ulua: the architecture - Veracruz Fort of San Juan de Ulua: the... Things to Do (7)

This is a really impressive fort. It was build using the corral rock nearby. If you take a close look on the walls where... more travel advice

Fort of San Juan de Ulua: Governor's building - Veracruz Fort of San Juan de Ulua: Governor's... Things to Do (7)

Later, the ort of San Juan de Ulua was used as the house of Governors building. In fact, this same fort served as the... more travel advice

Prison cell in the Fort of San Jual de Ulua - Veracruz Fort of San Juan de Ulua: the early... Things to Do (7)

I visited the Fort of San Juan de Ulua. This heroic fort was the first of its kind in Mexico. Build in the 1500's by... more travel advice

Fort of San Juan de Ulua - Veracruz Fort of San Juan de Ulua: Modern Times Things to Do (7)

Today, the Fort of San Juan de Ulua serves as an interesting museum. Take a tour on it's history. This is such a unique... more travel advice

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    Ames24's Profile Photo
    Mar 8, 2003 at 11:27 AM

    Thanks for the pics on the Fort. I see I missed out on that when I was in Veracruz. Next time! Also, agree on your Malecón tip. And don't melt, exactly! We sat for beverages on a beachfront place, indeed way overpriced.

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    b1bob's Profile Photo
    Mar 7, 2003 at 9:03 PM

    That's always the way. Wherever tourists flock, the prices are too high...what a crock.

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    siwi's Profile Photo
    Feb 27, 2003 at 11:12 AM

    Nice page! Tell me please in which movie? Thx

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