Costalegre is the vacation spot par excellence, where peace, tranquility, calmness and natural beauty are all important elements in this magical zone. The shops in Costalegre are also an attraction. Take the time out to shop for decorative Mexican handicrafts, all of which can make for great souvenirs. Shopping is just around the corner so take a piece of Costalegre with you.
Melaque and Barra de Navidad are two villages that are a must-see during your visit to Costalegre. Handicrafts and art pieces typical to the zone teach history and culture of Mexico, a perfect way to remind yourself of your vacations to Costalegre.
Barra de Navidad and Melaque are the perfect places to get beautiful handmade items, original ornamental articles as well as a wide variety of typical clothing from this area. There is a wide variety of souvenirs, easily the best in the area, where you just might want to come back and pick up an item or two before making the journey back home.
Barra de Navidad
Barra de Navidad is one of the most famous towns in Costalegre. It offers visitors great tourist attractions as well as an amazing colonial architecture. Walk around its streets and admire this secluded Mexican village. There is a wide variety of local stores, stands, shops and commercial establishments that are concentrated on Lopez Legazpi Avenue, which cuts through the whole town. On the other side, Veracruz Avenue is the first street that welcomes the visitors to Barra de Navidad. If you walk along Lopez Legazpi Avenue, continue until you hit the sea wall and enjoy the route through the colorful and attractive stores filled with crafts and typical regional clothing that express the purest folklore of the local people. For excellent shops, this is the ideal town to search.
In the center of this romantic town, you can find the main square, which is surrounded by shops and stores, set against a colonial provincial backdrop that will steal your heart. This is one of the best places to select an excellent souvenir. Don't forget to visit the handicrafts market, where you can find a wide variety of metal work and handmade items. The friendly street sellers as well as the laid-back ambiance make this magical place the perfect spot to get the most original and authentic local works of art.
Melaque
Melaque is a tiny town where peace and tranquility prevail, perfect for those looking for rest and relaxation. This is the retiree haven for Mexicans and out-of-towners alike, especially if you are looking to get away from it all and relax in comforts, in the company of nature.
There are several pedestrian streets, where vendors offer their wares, such as jewelry, leather clothing, beautiful paintings, pottery and metal work. You can also find items typical to this region of the country, which features the best in Mexican handicrafts.Take a Costalegre shopping tour and have fun!