Atlixco

Atlixco is a city in central Mexico, at the foot of the Popocatépetl volcano. It's known for its cultivation of flowers. On Zócalo square, the Palacio Municipal has colorful murals depicting local history. Colonial buildings include the Ex-Convento del Carmen, now home to a cultural center and a small archaeological museum, and La Merced Church, with an ornate baroque facade. San Miguel Hill has sweeping city views.