Historic Sites in Veracruz
 
El Tajín - Totonac Civilization
The Tajín, the pyramid of the niches, is located about
155 miles north of the City of Veracruz, close to the City of
Papantla. The ceremonial center of the Totonacs civilization reached
its peak between 600 and 900 a.C.
Museums
Museum of Arts and History of Veracruz
Arts and History since the time of colonization
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Museum of Naval History
On exhibition historic deeds of the Navy, its weaponry and its navigational instruments.
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The San Juan de Ulúa castle
Build between 1528 and 1707, it used to be a palace, a prison and a custom warehouse.
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The Bulwark of Santiago
Build in 1654, it is one of the seven fortresses build to protect the city from pirate attacks.