Culture
Xalapa is known as the "Athens of Veracruz" because of the strong cultural influence of its major university, Universidad Veracruzana (the main public university in the State of Veracruz), which is largely a reason why General Enriquez, whose policies did much to enhance the educational system in Xalapa, is so honored in the city.
Culturally, a wide variety of events and venues are present in Xalapa like its theatres, museums, and street art. Many musicians and dancers frequently perform in the center in the nights, especially on special occasions and events of celebration or commemoration, notably the fandango.
Art has a keen following in Xalapa, and notably the gallery of Pinacoteca Diego Rivera. located near the City Hall and Parque Juárez in the downtown area of the city, has the widest collection of Diego Rivera's paintings in all of Mexico.
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