Casa Museo Totomoxtle

Veracruz


Basically a room in a house, come here to view the Xico craft of making intricate and detailed figures from hojas de maiz (maize leaves): the dolls in various settings – coffee plantation, dance celebration – are charming. Only in Xico! Opening hours can be flexible.


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