Episode 3 of 4
Founding of Puebla
- When
- 16 April 1531
- Where
- Valley of Cuetlaxcoapan
Puebla was officially founded on April 16, 1531, in the Valley of Cuetlaxcoapan.
The city was established as a Spanish settlement between Tlaxcala and Cholula. The official foundation date is April 16, 1531, although the first attempt at settlement failed due to constant flooding of the site next to the river.
Sources
- Puebla (city) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-06
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