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# Government Palace Tours and Activities

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## Visit Government Palace

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#### Decorating the courtyard of this 16th-century palace is a series of murals that portray the colourful history of Tlaxcala from the pre-Colombian era.

Visit the Government Palace (Palacio de Gobierno), one of Tlaxcala’s finest examples of colonial architecture. Inside is a magnificent exhibit of muralist paintings, which highlight major historical events from pre-Hispanic times through Mexico’s declaration of independence. The palace dates back to the mid-1500s. It is the location for the annual Cry of Dolores, a celebration that marks the start of the Mexican War of Independence.

Notice the palace’s regal façade adorned with artistic windows and wrought iron balconies. In the center is an Arabic-influenced arcade with grand stone arches and columns. Erected in 1545, the building was originally split into three sections. The Corn Exchange Palace occupied the east wing, the Town Hall stood in the center and the royal residences were in the west wing.

Major highlights of the palace are the murals by local artist Desiderio Hernández Xochitiotzin. He spent 40 years, between 1957 and 1997, completing the works. Xochitiotzin’s idea was to illustrate the customs, stories and wars of Tlaxcala and its people.

See depictions of the influx of Spanish conquerors, such as Hernán Cortés, who came to the city with large armies. Browse interpretations of the heroes who fought hard to achieve Mexico’s independence. Colorful paintings offer an insight into the daily life of Tlaxcala and the Oaxaca state prior to the colonial years. These show a world with similarities to the Aztec empire. 

Find the palace on the north side of Plaza de la Constitución, in Tlaxcala’s historic center. Colonial mansions and major city attractions frame this leafy square. Visit the Palace of Justice, Parish Church of San José and Tlaxcala Art Museum.

The Government Palace is open daily and admission is free. The murals are in chronological order so ask someone to direct you to the start. Alternatively, pay for a guide to get a deeper understanding of the meaning of each mural. 

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#### Xicotencatl National Park

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#### Art Museum of Tlaxcala

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#### Church of Saint Joseph

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