Condesa Tuesday Tianguis


Visiting a tianguis (local weekly market) is a great way to peek into the daily life of Mexico City locals. You can buy cheap clothing, fresh fruit and vegetables, or pull up a chair at one of the food stalls for gorditas, tacos and flautas (deep-fried rolled tacos).


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