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San Cristóbal de las Casas

San Cristóbal de las Casas is a great tourist spot located in the mountainous zone of Chiapas and is encircled by the abundant natural surroundings of the southwest portion of the country.

Life in this city has remained suspended in the past and has a distinctive mystical quality. People from the bordering indigenous communities gather for market day to buy and sell food and handmade goods.

This city is considered to be the most original and beautiful in the state. It has a colonial feel that has been preserved over the centuries in its historical and artistic architecture. The Cathedral was built towards the second half of the 17th century with a beautiful baroque façade. Other structures of historical importance in San Cristóbal include the Temple and Ex-convent of Santo Domingo which began construction in 1549, the San Francisco Temple and Convent, the Merced Temple and Convent, the San Cristóbal Temple, and the San San Nicolás de Tolentino Temple.

San Cristóbal incorporates the passage of centuries, the culture, the beautiful natural surroundings and the warm people into one amazing place nestled between green mountains.

Palenque

Palenque is a gorgeous place located in the northern part of Chiapas. It comprises the central portion of the Mayan zone and boasts a remarkable cultural history due to the existence of that legendary civilization. This exceptional city is located in the middle of the forest and is one of the largest creations of this ancient people.

The city possesses an invaluable number of architectural sites that will transport you to the past including the Templo de las Inscripciones (Temple of the Inscriptions) and the Palace. Ancestral murals on the Palace show that the Mayans had created a socially and politically organized civilization with high religious, humanistic, artistic and scientific values before they ever had any contact with the western world. Other structures include the Templo de la Reina Roja (Temple of the Red Queen), the Templo de la Cruz Foliada and the Templo del Sol (Temple of the Sun).

Visit Palenque to bathe in the history of this beautiful and tranquil place.

Tuxtla Gutiérrez

As the capital of Chiapas, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is the urban, political and economic center of the state with many tourist options.

Like all capital cities, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is a very modern city but it also retains much of its tradition and history. Those who travel the city streets will find several surprises like: the San Marcos Cathedral, the Regional Museum, the Faustino Miranda Botanical Garden, the Convention Center, the Civic Plaza, the City Theater, the Youth Center, Joyyo Mayu Parks, Miguel Álvarez del Toro Zoo, Caña Hueca and the Chiapas Cultural Institute. The market is also an experience for the eyes, ears, nose and tongue.

A warm city, both for its people and climate, Tuxtla Gutiérrez is a great combination of cultural wealth, natural beauty and a modern infrastructure. Visitors will have an unforgettable stay!