🇲🇽 PACHUCA, HIDALGO | Is this MEXICO'S Next BIG TRAVEL Destination? | A BRIT in HIDALGO Part One

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You did not disappoint. We fall in love with some destinations, and this is one of them! In this video (which is the first of THREE videos from Hidalgo) we explore a multitude of locations in Pachuca for my THREE YEAR TRAVEL ANNIVERSARY!!
We check out the Centro area, Plaza Juarez, Avenida Revolucion, the brightly coloured Las Palmitas, Centro at night with some awesome music, eat some pastes (more on that in the Real del Monte video and climb to the Cristo Rey!!
Overall, Pachuca is diverse and does have similarities to other cities in the world. But remember, this is Mexico!
MUSIC - (all Epidemic Sound)
"The Reunion" - Trevor Kowalski (intro and Cristo Rey)
"Fast Track" - Jimmy Wahlsteen (walking to Revolucion)
"Heavy Words We're Holding" - Trevor Kowalski (Las Palmitas)
"Alla Prima" - Voodulce (ending)
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[@davidostrowski679]

Have you been to Pachuca before? What are your favourite things to do? REAL DEL MONTE COMING NEXT 🇲🇽🇲🇽 ¿Has estado en Pachuca antes? ¿Cuáles son tus cosas favoritas para hacer? REAL DEL MONTE PRÓXIMAMENTE 🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@gerardovasquez7535]

Not yet but some day I will there!!!

[@enriquemarquez8694]

I was there back in the 90s.. those colorful houses were not painted once.. then they painted them in different tones of peach. not good.. you have to try pastes, if you have not already.. I remember a pretty church and front plaza of stone on the southeast edge of El centro. there is a museum also as part of the church.. I enjoyed the archways at plaza juarez.. and his, real Del monte

[@guadalupedgz]

Look at this video about the things that yuo can do in Real del monte kzbin.info/www/bejne/opy9fmCDlseto7c and there área some Places that yuo can visit in Hidalgo kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5u9d31prKyNr9E and are so amazing mineral del chico and prismas basálticos too.

[@davidostrowski679]

@@enriquemarquez8694 lol i eat pastes in this video amigo jaja

[@yaoayala]

El Reloj de Pachuca, according to different publications, the clock machinery is a replica of the one used at Big Ben in London, UK, however there are other publications that deny it

[@gamezstuff2135]

If anyone ever wants to visit Pachuca, let me know. I grew up in the US, but I've been down here for the past 5 years, and it would be great to meet new people. Everyone is always welcome here

[@poopbutt6241]

I’m going this year

[@LAFan]

I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again. You capture Mexico like nobody else on KZbin. Stunning views in Pachuca. Thanks for all your hard work filming this beauty, David.

[@davidostrowski679]

Muchas gracias as always! This one was especially tough physically! Really enjoyed filming it, the colours in Pachuca need no editing! Especialmente Las Palmitas!

[@franciscosaldana2879]

David, Pachuca does look different from any other city l have seen in Mexico, the main does look like a European square. For your info the English were also relevant to the introduction of railroads in Mexico, in addition to mining and oil production. I got a kick seeing you going up the hills in Pachuca and reminded me of when you went up the hills of Real de Catorce, a true adventurer.

[@davidostrowski679]

Interesting! Yes I also had memories of Real de Catorce. Memories!

[@colinchampollion4420]

​@@davidostrowski679I am 18% Cornish from the times ofgold/silver mining ~ my great great grandfather. He brought English foot ball & pasties😂🎉 & related to Lady Colin of Lindsay

[@acuellar7438]

My hero. I don’t know what kind of protective bubble is permanently sorrounding you, but I envy your boldness. I will miss you once you return to Europe. You are the kind of intelligent traveler Mexico needs.

[@davidostrowski679]

Always be bold, you could be dead tomorrow. Gracias! Don't worry, I have a Mexico trip planned for next year! Mexico will always be here!

[@FlyingCameraGuy]

Looks like a great place to visit. Thanks for sacrificing your body to get those great shots.

[@davidostrowski679]

You're welcome Bob, the body is still recovering lol

[@redangrybird7564]

Kids playing in the middle of the town's square in the evening, seems like a safe place to live.

[@juliopadilla7712]

Thank for being my favorite you tube traveler I wish you can visit more Mexican states .

[@davidostrowski679]

You're welcome amigo! Although I'm going back to Europe, I plan to be back in Mexico next year

[@katrinag1880]

I'm here in Pachuca. Thx for the video I came here not knowing anything for a medical mission. Beautiful city,beautiful people. I can see the colorful houses from my hotel window.

[@la_veroynomas]

😂 you always going off the path that google be taking you 😂 love it.

[@Sheilawisz]

David! Thanks so much for giving my beloved Pachuca a chance, and congratulations for a wonderful video! Please, and I really mean it, do not miss a visit to our El Chico National Park! Huasca and San Miguel Regla are must visits too, and I am sure that you would love the nearby city of Tulancingo as well. I send you hugs, and have a great time!

[@davidostrowski679]

Thanks Shiela! Unfortunately with english lessons I only have Miercoles y Jueves for filming in Real del Monte and Tula before I go back to CDMX on Sunday. Hidalgo feels like San Luis in that one trip is not enough!! I'll be in Mexico again late next year so I'm sure a return trip will happen

[@gamezstuff2135]

@sheilawisz I've been living in Pachuca for the pastel 2 years. I'm from the huasteca in Hidalgo but I have a home office job so I rent here in the city. Hopefully I get to see you around some time

[@22Doriano]

Loved this Pachuca video!! Brought back great memories! Love the Pastys there and I’m glad you’re going to Real del Monte! I loved that little town! It’ll be nice to to see a British perspective of this magical Cornish town in Mexico! Can’t wait

[@davidostrowski679]

YASSS! I can't wait either. Filming on Wednesday! Video should be up Friday/Saturday. MORE PASTES FOR ME!!

[@22Doriano]

The Tao of David oh that’s great! I can’t wait! It’s awesome how Real del Monte (and Pachuca) have strengthened their ties with Cornwall! Even Prince Charles and Camilla made a stop there a few years back and commemorated with a plaque in the central square of town and made Pastys at the Pasty Museum haha British style pubs have been opening up (Big Ben Pub is one of them I reckon?), the Cornish Cemetery has been restored to its former glory (and a nice cafe opened up across from it) and the old attendant was knighted by the Queen and his daughter is now the groundskeeper (one of the most beautiful British cemeteries this side of the Atlantic I might add!), the birthplace of football in Mexico thanks to the Cornish bringing it from the UK, the architecture, the Cornish descendant families still living there, the mining history, Pasty Festival...you have to see which spot has the best?! Los Portales had a good ones from what I remember?! Also hosted emperor Maximilian when he visited the Cornish mines! This is why I am always surprised w Mexico, each region has its own strong culture and then you find random pockets of cultures from around the world that transport you to places such as Spain, France, China, Japan (not sure if you’ve visited Little Tokyo in Mexico City? By the Angel near Koreatown and the Gaybhourhood on Amberes), Korea, Germany, Italy, Lebanon and even Cornwall! So random but so cool! Even Pachuca has it’s Cornish legacy with their Victorian style city hall, British style bank in the central square with union jacks all over the facade and inside, the Methodist church near downtown, and of course the monumental clock using the same company that made Big Ben and a gift from the Cornish families for Mexico’s 100th anniversary! I need to go back ASAP! For sure next year! I’ll make it a weekend trip from CDMX! Keep enjoying and thanks for bringing us with you!

[@davidostrowski679]

@@22Doriano oh my god i think you just planned my video for me!!! Yes i was briefly in koreatown in a cdmx video and I went to a Japanese shop also!

[@22Doriano]

The Tao of David I honestly can’t wait to see this weekend’s video! Ah nice! I like the koreatown in CDMX and Little Tokyo is across Reforma Avenue on Rio Pánuco and Rio Lerma streets. Lots of ramen shops, Japanese bookstores, this awesome cafe called Enomoto (named after the Japanese agricultural colony in Chiapas) where they make amazing sandos!! And of course many restaurants and Japanese bars and even a Japanese hotel! Think they’re looking for official recognition as a Japantown kinda like Chinatown?! Can’t wait for Real del Monte and the Serbia videos coming up!

[@GlobalAdventurer]

What some KZbinrs will go through to complete their mission 😯. Hope you've mended up. Thanks a bunch for all your videos all around Mexico. They all will help me a lot when I venture out to smaller lesser known towns outside of CDMX. You will certainly be missed😣

[@davidostrowski679]

It's definitely worth it being so close to CDMX. Nice weekend trip!

[@GlobalAdventurer]

@@davidostrowski679 Definitely! On another note, sometimes you just don't realize the small things in life is what gets you through the day. I'm still in Dubai, and I just realized I've been here 13 days, and not one single person (average citizen on the street) looked my way and said good morning, good afternoon, nothing. I've tried, but they just have a blank stare. The cashiers barely even talk. It's so noticeable here compared to how Mexico is. I've been here numerous times and never noticed it because I had nothing to compare it with. Everybody is just zombies. Another thing very noticeable, was last night they had a big festival near the creek and lots of families. There was a guy selling balloons and other kiddie toys, and I only saw two families that bought any out of all those people. Very boring. But, at least a few days ago I finally found some good food at the mall (of all places)🙄

[@aunatural10]

My family is from atotonilco el grande, Hidalgo we loved going to pachuca, real del monte and huasca de ocampo!

[@aliveandrevive3524]

I love that dance towards the end!

[@lauraguerra6450]

Centenario? Benito Juárez? Próspero Año? Those are difficult words hun and your pronunciation was perrrrfect! Happy 3rd year anniversary! Those Pachuca skies are incredible! That and the wind is what I most remember of Pachuca. Great video!

[@davidostrowski679]

LOVE PACHUCA. Omg the wind. Breezy city? More like hurricane city! But it's right up there with Zaca and San Luis. Look I'm becoming a lazy Mexican, can't be bothered to finish words!

[@wasonmalone1490]

Hey that’s my home town!!!

[@miriamagustin2272]

👋 hello greetings from USA/Mexico ! I love ur British accent! I was raised in Hidalgo Anywho try the arroz 🍚 con leche pastes and papá con pollo 🍗 yummmy 🤤!

[@davidostrowski679]

Greetings Miriam! I'd love to go back to Hidalgo! Amazing state! Thanks for the suggestions!! Pastes are the best I'm sure you'll agree!

[@Swampzoid]

You're singing is nice. Anywayz, I enjoyed the hike up the big hill to the colorful houses and murals. great video

[@davidostrowski679]

Thanks man, to be fair I can sing better after a few drinks lol

[@crystalcat67]

Happy 3 year Anniversary! Looks like a fun city to celebrate it with pastes! Barbed wire and cactus!Better you sing than me, lol. Feliz Navidad!

[@davidostrowski679]

Thanks hun! Everytime I say barbed wire I think of that Pamela Anderson movie lol

[@laflor8720]

Thank you for visit in hidalgo mexico enjoy 🇲🇽

[@adrianadavila6676]

My beautiful friend 💌 I just wanted to say Gracias for sharing your journey ! I love it is beautiful , I'm going to miss you but you have to keep going with you journey like a good book went it come to the end you don't want to end 📚 Thanks again 💌

[@davidostrowski679]

Thanks Adriana! It's not coming to end, just a new beginning! I'm sure I'll be in Mexico next year for a short trip

[@jovanamichelaguilaralamill3526]

Hi! Jaja yo soy de Pachuca y realmente me agrado tu video, lo que no entiendo es como rayos saliste a salvo del barrio de cubitos (el macro mural o las casas de muchos colores) jaja la realidad es que su finalidad era reducir la violencia y delincuencia, pero en fin, estuviste en el río de las avenidas y tu forma de cruzar no fue la más segura, pero todo bien, de verías ir a comer a los mercados y entrar a las iglesias para poder conocer bien un lugar, pero muy COOL, me agrado tu video y felicito tu fuerza de voluntad para realizar ese gran recorrido sigue así (el paste de papa con carne es el mejor) gracias.

[@liladezacchicago6360]

Great video like always!

[@davidostrowski679]

Thanks Lila! I actually enjoyed filming this despite all the injuries lol

[@Bugthehollywoodpug]

I'm there right now it's amazing

[@RaybanDude1]

I’m from Hidalgo Mexico! But Currently living in Spartanburg, South Carolina though!!

[@josemanuelz2687]

Dear David. Congratulations for this 3 years. I ve been following you from 2 years ago more or less, and I love your videos, your views and your the music that you choose... but specially what you say (your always honest point of view). Since this chanel was "Problems of the 1st world" I ve seen your evolution... I do really love specially your videos in Japan and, of course, in México. One of the many changes that I can see of you sincae that time is how you enjoy more and more the simple things... This video is a perfect synthesis of that. Seeing you at the top of that place, almost alone, but enjoing each second of life, let me tell you that now "you are living wit the bauty inside"... Congratulations my friend and continue enjoying!

[@davidostrowski679]

Gracias hermano! This means a lot! Life is definately all about the simple things. When I left the UK 3 years ago I was a horrible and materialistic person. Life is about change!

[@jeves02]

Thanks for the vid...

[@jayburton1387]

Excellent, thank you!!!

[@leighurquhart3867]

Well done David. It seems to me, that when you connect with a location, your video and sound editing all come creatively together.

[@davidostrowski679]

yes! having a connection with a place definitely changes the way you edit!

[@leodjunior3655]

Wow!!! It's so nice to see you doing so well David. You just reminded me that it's been 3 years since I met you. All the best to you hun! xoxo

[@davidostrowski679]

Time flies! Hope you're doing well!

[@armandoortuno8074]

Hola David ,que te ayas tomado tu tiempo de venir ha Pachuca y dar ha conocer sus lugares ,no me queda mmm as que gracias ,y que dios te bendiga

[@brianid7893]

Un lindo video de mi ciudad natal. Te agradezco, muchas felicidades por la edición e información. :)

[@davidostrowski679]

gracias amigo!

[@karlaalcala478]

So happy that you went there!

[@davidostrowski679]

I'm still here until Sunday amiga! Love it here!

[@franciscosaldana2879]

David, wishing you the best of these holidays or christmas if it applies, also the best for the new phase of your life and welcome back whenever you want amigo.

[@tommyvictorbuch6960]

Good to see your happy face again, David. And, yes. Been there. Wonderful place.

[@davidostrowski679]

Thanks man, isn't it awesome!? Hope you're doing well!

[@SisterSherryDoingStuff]

First thing I noticed - was the spray painted "Female Resist Fists" - THAT makes me happy!! The night dancing almost looked like a Celtic jig?! I've never heard of this place...thanks for sharing it. "Just me and Jesus" LOL!!! Well, bless your heart!!

[@davidostrowski679]

JESUS FOR LIFE!

[@SisterSherryDoingStuff]

@@davidostrowski679 ... Until you die.

[@shiroumxm2052]

Con solo ver esa subida quedé exhausto jajajaj English in Pachuca?? I had no idea about that . Already waiting for Real del Monte Video!!

[@davidostrowski679]

I'm editing it right now! Should be up on Sunday!

[@nachocortes3110]

Pachuca is one of my favorite cities because of the beautiful magical places it has

[@EduardoFlores-id9ed]

Hola muy buen video como siempre tu si muestras cosas diferentes de México saludos

[@davidostrowski679]

Gracias Eduardo!

[@TheTimurdempire]

Welcome to pachuca,Mexico 🙂🇲🇽 "LA BELLA AIROSA"

[@davidostrowski679]

Ah! I remember!

[@gerardovasquez7535]

Greetings my friend!!! Have a great time!!!

[@davidostrowski679]

Gracias amigo! Hope you're well!

[@gusparra1259]

David! I'm from Pachuca! And now I'm here in the city. I wish I had seen your video, or insta stories few days ago, because I would've liked to take you on a tour to the tallest mountains that surround the centre, and have a look to the old mines that are up there, an aztec, a Spanish and an English one, plus the amazing views of the city. If you still have time, you should visit the forest at north, in El Chico and climb the rocks, 'cause the views are stunning (there's one famous named Peña Del Cuervo). The thing I love most of Pachuca are the mountains and the views, climbing them walking or on bike is a challenge and enjoying the views with the wind blowing your face is truly relaxing. The beauty of Pachuca, I think, is in the fusion between the mountain landscape and the old buildings trying to climbing it, and cover it. That fusion between the rocks and the architecture, between the nature and the man... I almost forgot, you must visit the Pisal Ben Gurion, is a great tiles plaza. And don't forget to visit Huasca de Ocampo, which with Real del Monte and El Chico are three of the five magic towns of Hidalgo.

[@gusparra1259]

By the way, have you tried the chalupas? Everybody knows the pastes, but chalupas is an underrated dish. Chalupas are prepare for dinner in places known as Cenadurias.. Enjoy my city!!

[@davidostrowski679]

@@gusparra1259 Gus!! Thanks for the offer but I'm heading back to CDMX today! 2 big Real del Monte videos are coming. Because of work I just haven't had time to go to Huasca and Chico but this can only mean I'll have to come back. Pachuca is one of my favourites along with Zacatecas and San Luis! Interesting that you mention chalupas. I LOVE THEM. I had them in Puebla before, I saw a sign for them the other day and was surprised! Great to meet a Pachuca resident!

[@gusparra1259]

@@davidostrowski679 yeah, but this chalupas are different, you will surprise! Anytime you come back, please let me know and will be a pleasure to be your tour guide. Have a nice trip!

[@davidostrowski679]

@@gusparra1259 gracias amigo!

[@isabela9]

Saludos desde Pachuca Hidalgo

[@karlaalcala478]

Man this is why I like your videos so much. Of course, this is Mexico, and it is great that someone got it. Mexicans hate the "Is this Mexico?" speech.

[@davidostrowski679]

Totally. Drives me crazy. I've never been to Spain (i plan to next year). I'm going to be walking around saying is this mexico! Jaja

[@brettd3206]

I was in Isla Tzibanza last week. Also, stopped by El Gieser and Tequesquiapan. Now, I am back in Queretaro until next week. Enjoy your videos.

[@majoasmryedits9756]

Yo vivo aquí en pachuca y opino que es hermoso

[@maryjoan4128]

Fabulous video..amazing spot. I wish you well no matter what path your life takes ....keep well

[@davidostrowski679]

Gracias Maryjoan!

[@paulkloster1369]

Very very good show old chap. 8000 ' elevation, breath would be a issue. Keep up the videos.

[@davidostrowski679]

Will do thanks Paul! Merry Xmas!

[@ajguerrero5774]

My home town Hidalgo .I miss my state thanks for the video.

[@rigobertoparra2154]

Congratulations my friend, your job talks about only Pachuca downtown, great place

[@escarcegalopezjuancarlos1-403]

Excellent video, you won my subscription, I am originally from Pachuca and you should visit San Agustín Tlaxiaca, it is a municipality near Pachuca💥

[@davidostrowski679]

Awesome, Pachuca (or anywhere in Hidalgo) is brilliant! I was in Tula a few months ago

[@somedude6267]

Very detailed great work

[@davidostrowski679]

thanks man!

[@wandamaldonado5598]

Pretty good video, entertaining and informative at the same time...but I wish you have visited Tolantongo! Keep walking and thank you for sharing g!❤

[@moniksi]

Muy bonito video David!! Great pronuntiation!, very dynamic, original and colorfull!, loved the music too! I knew you will like it Pachuca and he pastes!, I am hungry now😑, that pastes look grrrreatttt! 😍

[@davidostrowski679]

Dios mio. Pastes. I am addicted. Fortunately I'll be in Devon over Christmas (borders Cornwall) so I could do a pasty comparison video!

[@moniksi]

@@davidostrowski679 Great idea!! I never tried the pastes in London, it will be a good video! Enjoy your last days in Mx, you should hangout around the Zocalo and Reforma they have now the Xmas decor 🌲

[@davidostrowski679]

Pastes aren't really a thing in London except terrible ones from gas stations. There's a bakery near my mum's house that does proper SW England ones!! Cool I'm back in CDMX Sunday

[@moniksi]

@@davidostrowski679 I recomnend you go to the Zocalo at night, it looks great the decoration with rhe lights on! 😉

[@purpleverse5472]

Hi David! Excellent video, spectacular views, I loved the hill with its colorful houses, the Cristo Rey and the city at night looks beautiful. I am waiting for your opinion of Real del Monte. Melancholy is normal, you're going to say goodbye to a part of your life, to a way of doing things. A hug and kisses ❤️😘

[@davidostrowski679]

Martha! Opinion will be coming soon! So excited!! Going there on Miercoles

[@findingmemo322]

Pachuca it’s really nice. I heard the state of Campeche it’s also a nice place to visit.

[@davidostrowski679]

Campeche has been on my list almost as long as Hidalgo!

[@tvl9971]

Amazing

[@davidostrowski679]

Thanks man hope you're well!

[@tvl9971]

@@davidostrowski679 going great. Im looking at going to Mexico early in the new year :)

[@SD-gm4iy]

I love your videos my friend going to miss you when you leave Mexico

[@davidostrowski679]

Don't worry I'll be back next year. More details on that in a special video early January!

[@primo622]

I'm really glad that you enjoyed my lovely city, if you come back please let me know

[@davidostrowski679]

Hey! I'd love to come back! About a year after this video I was in Tula. Loved the consome!

[@maximwilson1482]

Pachucas been on my list for a while. I only live about an hour away, no excuse after seeing this video :-)

[@omararisayangeleschavarria4346]

Hi David, you will be welcome every time you want to visit in the city where I was born ... Thanks for share this excellent video, you’re great explaining and showing interest ideas... greetings from Montreal Canada PD. There are many others Starbucks in the city ;)

[@davidostrowski679]

Montreal! I was there this time last year! I would love to back to Pachuca!

[@photsplays3005]

Look asshole nobody knows has the intention fucking promote the damn malinchism toward Montreal Canada by fashion gone to feel marvelous with the Frank-Canadians.

[@claudiaojeda7677]

I love your videos

[@juliopadilla7712]

Are you going to huasca de Ocampo a magic town and Las grutas de Tolantongo beautiful places in this state.

[@davidostrowski679]

Unfortunately not amigo!Just del monte and Tula coming next

[@tacosupreme_yt3428]

That's where my dad lives i always visit him every year

[@danaeromero5889]

As if that weren't enough, in the place where you went from the painted houses, there is a theater called San Francisco, bueno, but it created the same route, so there is so much there

[@josepv]

Happy THREE year anniversary!!!!

[@davidostrowski679]

Gracias Jose! Roll on Year 4!

[@AlejandroLopez-ps7rp]

Another great video my friend. And another great reason why you are such a #badass. Thanks for risking body and soul to bring us such beautiful scenery. #BADASS

[@davidostrowski679]

#badass for life amigo!

[@jbvmty]

It is fitting, in a way, that you leave Mexico this time from probably the most "English" city in the country. Football, btw, was introduced in Mexico in Real del Monte in the late 1880's. The English mining engineers formed the first league and had tournaments. How can we be sure of this? The police section in a Pachuca newspaper reported a brawl between two teams after a game. There are no earlier records of football being played in Mexico, that still is the first one! They are VERY proud in Pachuca about their premier league F.C., and they are very good at it (usually)!

[@davidostrowski679]

Awesome story amigo! English football would not be complete without a brawl!

[@mxvino2470]

The more I viewed your videos the more I got confuse where should I visit or retire at LOL. I’m counting down each day for my retirement day (August 4, 2020). I know your ideal place may not be mine, so I’m going to explore it for my own sake! You have travelled for 3 years and it’s coming to the end according to your commentary. My journey just to begin soon and it will last until the day of my last breathe on this beautiful earth. Namaste 🙏

[@davidostrowski679]

Absolutely! Explore and find you're own path! I'll still be travelling just in a slightly different way. All the best on the upcoming retirement! (Lucky you lol)

[@Sheilawisz]

Hello! If you are interested in Pachuca and its surroundings as a retirement option, I can answer any question that you have! This is definitely a wonderful place, seventeen years living here and I love Pachuca more than ever.

[@davidostrowski679]

@@Sheilawisz it's great that people would consider Pachuca to retire in compared to the usual San Miguel de Allende stories!

[@mxvino2470]

Sheilawisz thank you!! I’ve to visit there for myself first before considering to move there!! 😝🙏

[@michelvelazquez25]

Creo que ahí en esa colonia colorida de Pachuca es donde se grabó el vídeo de Mon Laferte Plata Ta Ta

[@davidostrowski679]

interesante!

[@franciconavarro7630]

Check out Aguascalientes👍👍👍

[@davidostrowski679]

It's been on my list forever!

[@enriquemarquez8694]

I was there once for over a month.. pastes!

[@davidostrowski679]

PASTES ARE LIFE. In Mexico and UK!

[@juliopadilla7712]

It's a must to put all the Mexican states in your list.

[@davidostrowski679]

Si amigo, I think I'd need a few years!

[@ernestoaranda717]

Another difference between Pachuca and Medellin, aside from the lack of trash strewn about, is that the square in Pachuca is not swamped with prostitutes. Must be nice to not be swarmed by young women calling out "Hola, amor!" all the time.

[@jeffreyloew1849]

Why are some of the letters back words? Starting at 13:22. Several other shots, the lettering in the back ground is back wards. Just curious.

[@davidostrowski679]

It's because I was using the front facing camera on my phone, so text will always be in reverse!

[@jeffreyloew1849]

I use a front facing camera and my letters are never backwards. I like the effect.

[@davidostrowski679]

@@jeffreyloew1849 the phone i use to film is really old lol

[@geom9087]

My dads side of my family all lives in pachuca and they want me to go and visit.

[@davidostrowski679]

I loved it there. You should definitely go!

[@geom9087]

@@davidostrowski679 The last time i was there i was probably 1 so that was like 28 years ago. My family says its safe but is there any safety concern i should know about?

[@colinchampollion5605]

Hello David~Pachuca is were my Mexican-Side originates snd rest France and England. MY FAV ~Pasties with beef ' potatoes😈😉 Any UFO sighting?

[@IMediaVsRealityI]

Hey David. Random question - How much do you charge per hour for your English lessons?

[@davidostrowski679]

Hey, $20USD per hour at the moment

[@IMediaVsRealityI]

@@davidostrowski679 Impressive. I've only managed to charge $13USD on Verbling so far. I wonder what your tricks are..

[@davidostrowski679]

@@IMediaVsRealityI my e-book all about it should be out in the new year!

[@TequilaPrincessMx]

I think is amazing your way of traveling and admire your corage to go to places that are dangerous, like Ecatepec, but i don't thik is a recomended way of traveling lol in several places that are dangerous here in Mexico they won't hurt someone so obviously foreighner cause would be more trouble than is worth (you know, police, the news) but for other that don't look so different from mexicans might... glad to hear you haven't had any super horrible situations yet, at least I think you haven't, I wish you good luck and safe travel for ever :)

[@davidostrowski679]

You're absolutely correct princess!! Ever since I was in Acapulco in 2019, I realized that Mexicans face many more issues than foreigners. I guy was talking to me yesterday, asked if I was Mexican, then when I said no, his demeanor completely changed to one more friendly!

[@TequilaPrincessMx]

Hey, I love your videos and wanted to ask again for a chance to use a few seconds of this one in one I'm making about Hidalgo, the name of your channel would be visible and a link to the video in the description too

[@bananapatch9118]

We hope to retire in Mexico in 12-15 months. We prefer cool weather, speak Spanish, and have lived abroad before. We hope to find friendly local people, not too many expats, a safe city, a decent hospital, and a fairly low cost of living. We are retiring a little early and the first 5 years will be our lowest budget of about $1800usd/month. Pachuca looks like it may check all our boxes. Thoughts ?

[@davidostrowski679]

Hey again! I'm sure I remember a comment from you a while ago! Yes Pachuca definitely ticks all those boxes, I never saw a single expat. And that budget is more than feasible. My Airbnb budget for a 1 bedroom place per month is about $550, and that's for a mid-level place I'd say. The fact you speak Spanish is the ultimate bonus as it's unlikely you'd find many in Pachuca speaking English. Plus Hidalgo as a state is AMAZING for things to do, you could do so many little day trips to places like Tula, Real del Monte etc.

[@Sheilawisz]

Hello! Pachuca resident here. Cool weather? We have cold nights all year, and even freezing in winter, but days are still warm and sometimes scorching. Sunlight is literally deadly here. Extremely dry air! Altitude, around 2400 meters 7900ft. Not friendly, we are very cold people, we do not easily trust others. Almost no expats at all. The city is getting more and more dangerous as we get invaded by MC scum and criminals, and yeah we have decent private hospitals and a nice mall. Oh and we have a severe water crisis. What else do you need to know?

[@bananapatch9118]

@@Sheilawisz Not sure what MC stands for ? Part of your description sounds wonderful, but unfriendly people and lack of water does not sound good. We are friendly and while we don’t require a big circle of friends we hope to find a place with mostly friendly people. We speak Spanish and do not need to be around expats.

[@Sheilawisz]

@@bananapatch9118 Since the 2017 quake, a lot of people fleeing Mexico City have come to Pachuca. That, combined with an over abundance of new housing, has created the water crisis. Also, plenty of those people are not exactly good and crime is rising. We are not very friendly, but once the ice is broken as they say, you can make good friends here. About the water, if you land in a wealthy area and the house has a good cisterna, most likely you will be fine, but yeah, there are a lot of water shortages. You can ask me, I have lived here almost twenty years.

[@bananapatch9118]

@@Sheilawisz There must be things you like about it if you have been there 20 years ? We may end up in San Cristobal de las Casas but the recent violence has us looking at options. Now considering Cholula and Atlixco too. We are going to have to pick one pretty soon….just my wife and I and 4 senior dogs.

[@heronsisimo]

👀

[@zava16]

Hii David visit the Panteón Inglés de Mineral del Monte

[@davidostrowski679]

Yep on Miercoles

[@Sheilawisz]

@@davidostrowski679 You are going to find a small old lady who guards and looks after the graveyard. Give her at least fifty pesos, and she will be nice to you! Otherwise she can be really awful, we had a bad experience with that person.

[@davidostrowski679]

Thanks! I'll try and avoid the crazy abuela!

[@tavorivera256]

👁

[@xdaniel4314]

i am from hidalgo mx

[@davidostrowski679]

Hola amigo! Hidalgo is the BEST!

[@xdaniel4314]

The Tao of David i know bro

[@spookyryu]

Finally real del monte enjoy the pastes 🤣

[@davidostrowski679]

FINALLY!! I think you were one that recommended it! Real del Monte is being filmed on Wednesday. Then TULA!!

[@spookyryu]

@@davidostrowski679 go to the graveyard

[@davidostrowski679]

@@spookyryu consider it done

[@flaviofaccia6135]

Ranchuca la ciudad de Panarelli

[@ricardoesparza3321]

Ten cuidado con esos 🌵

[@ricardoesparza3321]

Además de Real del Monte , hay mucho más lugares muy bonitos en Hidalgo cerca de Pachuca que podrías visitar .

[@davidostrowski679]

Definitivamente amigo, planeo ir a Tula el jueves pero tengo un tiempo limitado debido al trabajo. Tendré que volver!

[@mrpeel3239]

Any idea how frequent earthquakes there?

[@davidostrowski679]

Not sure to be honest. Most earthquakes when I was there were in Oaxaca/Guerrero area along the plate boundary

[@mrpeel3239]

@@davidostrowski679 have you done a vid on Morelia? Apparently built on terra ferma!

[@davidostrowski679]

Never been there! It was an option for dia de muertos but decided against it

[@inakiandremolinahernandez2589]

I'm from Pachuca jajaja

[@DanielLIFEMX]

8:03 WTF

[@deborahpacheco2799]

Why didn't you tell why the statue of Christ was made? There's a story behind it.

[@davidostrowski679]

Because this is KZbin, not Wikipedia

[@mannagracebelotindos5144]

Your music is so sad in this vid. Please choose better music background next time.

[@davidostrowski679]

disagree, that was the whole point

[@norbertobautista9248]

I was born in Pachuca but i grew in Sahagún hgo, but talking about chrismas, thus os what i found. The Bible’s answer The Bible does not give the date of Jesus’ birth, nor does it say that we should celebrate his birthday. As McClintock and Strong’s Cyclopedia states: “The observance of Christmas is not of divine appointment, nor is it of NT [New Testament] origin.” Instead, an examination of the history of Christmas exposes its roots in pagan religious rites. The Bible shows that we offend God if we try to worship him in a way that he does not approve of.-Exodus 32:5-7. History of Christmas customs Celebrating Jesus’ birthday: “The early Christians did not celebrate [Jesus’] birth because they considered the celebration of anyone’s birth to be a pagan custom.”-The World Book Encyclopedia. December 25: There is no proof that Jesus was born on that date. Church leaders likely chose this date to coincide with pagan festivals held on or around the winter solstice. Gift-giving, feasting, partying: The Encyclopedia Americana says: “Saturnalia, a Roman feast celebrated in mid-December, provided the model for many of the merry-making customs of Christmas. From this celebration, for example, were derived the elaborate feasting, the giving of gifts, and the burning of candles.” The Encyclopædia Britannica notes that “all work and business were suspended” during Saturnalia.

[@natalias8305]

Looks old and kind of depressing

[@colinchampollion4420]

You must look the same🎉😂

[@natalias8305]

@@colinchampollion4420 are you interested in me? Don't bother , married and happy.

[@falconcarbajalfelix1588]

Hi bro

[@Sieod982]

Yo soy de aquí

[@colinchampollion4420]

David you should join -in and dance wi T h a senorita😂🎉