Ex Convento Desierto de los Leones

Minnesotans at Desierto de los Leones

We loved this secret historic place in the middle of the woods of one of Mexico’s lungs, the National Park of Desierto de los Leones. The convent in general is good but I wish they would have more inf...

The Chapel of Secrets :-)

The earthquake of September 2017 meant that some areas were not open to view during our visit, however, my favorite place was the "chapel of secrets" where the acoustics are so good, you can sit in op...

A hidden monastery

This is a monastery in the mountains above Mexico City in the southern part of town. It's not far, but it's a one lane road through a rural/residential area so it takes awhile. The monastery itself is...

They want to steal you

Original Text

They wanted to charge me $600 for taking personal photos, I was stolen, I was very annoyed, the entrance says it's $22 for entering, but to charge almost or breathe inside, it's very annoyed

Entry charged for being private and very expensive restaurant

Original Text

It is a beautifully peaceful place, surrounded by a large secuoya forest. Luxury restaurant inside the convent. Furthermore, you pay $21 for entering even if it is to the restaurant. It's not worth it. It's ...