Welcome to PopotlaBarrio
It's one of the oldest barrios in Mexico City with origins dated to 1520.
Welcome to PopotlaBarrio
It's one of the oldest barrios in Mexico City with origins dated to 1520.
About PopotlaBarrio
History and Stories
History and Stories
History and Stories
Since the 15th century, Popotla Barrio has been one of the oldest neighborhoods in Mexico City, where the infamous Spaniard conqueror Hernan Cortez cried after being defeated by the Aztec army back in 1520. The site is a Mexicos historic landmark known as "El Árbol de la Noche Triste/The Tree of the Sad Night" and most recently renamed as
Since the 15th century, Popotla Barrio has been one of the oldest neighborhoods in Mexico City, where the infamous Spaniard conqueror Hernan Cortez cried after being defeated by the Aztec army back in 1520. The site is a Mexicos historic landmark known as "El Árbol de la Noche Triste/The Tree of the Sad Night" and most recently renamed as "El Árbol de la Noche Victoria/The Tree of the Victorius Night."
Souvenirs
History and Stories
History and Stories
To celebrate its deep roots in Mexico City's history, you can own a part of Popotla's heritage, color, and folklore by owning customized souvenirs such as t-shirts, mugs, keychains, posters, notepads, and made-to-order collectives for you, your relatives and friends and even your company. Click below for our online Barrio store and own something you will be pride to wear or give!
Our Barrio
History and Stories
Our Barrio
From street markets, museums, national landmarks, mom-and-pop stores, and prehispanic sites to friendly neighbors living in this Barrio for generations, Popotla is one of the best-kept secrets around Mexico City to be discovered, explored, and treasured. Come around!