Teziutlán
Teziutlán

Teziutlán

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This destination is known for its climate and abundant fog forests that honor its meaning from the Náhuatl “place near the hill where it hails”.
This town has a great historical important throughout the country as it is the birthplace of important people such as Manuel Ávila Camacho, former president of Mexico, and Vicente Lombardo Toledano, philosopher and politician. Teziutlán plays an important role in commerce due to its proximity with the coast of Veracruz .

Visit

  • Victoria Theatre

    This building is a truly architectural gem with French influence from 1880. This venue was once a ballroom, circus, box arena and cinema. Great national and international artists have performed on this stage.

  • Teziutlán Cathedral

    Every August 15th, this place is filled with colors in honor of the Virgen de la Asunción that dates from the seventeenth century; its construction has neoclassical, baroque and Romanesque style. It has unique elements such as its facade and two pink quarry towers.

  • Railway station

    This construction is a reflection of the historical heritage of the municipality. On May 5th, 1900, the first locomotive arrived in Teziutlán; this place was an important place of commercial concentration and means of transport in the coastal mountain region. Nowadays, it houses the Centro Cultural Ferrocarrilero (Railroad Cultural Center) where the history of this important commercial tourist medium is told. In some seasons, there are exhibitions of various artists.

  • Church of Carmen

    This church has four identical towers, which make it unique in Latin America, the chapel is considered a jewel of the eighteenth century; the sanctuary has unique details inside that speak of faith and art. Every July 6th, the procession of La Virgen del Carmen is celebrated; the virgin is taken all around the downtown until the Santa Iglesia Catedral.

    What to eat?

    The gastronomy of this destination is famous for its flavors. Undoubtedly, the tlayoyos filled of alberjón are emblematic of Teziutlán. Also the chilposo with vegetables harvested in the region and with beef or chicken. You can also eat beans with epazote, mass, and cheese; bread baked in wood-fired ovens, and jellies with eggnog and atole of corn. Finally, do not miss the tamales wrapped in banana leaf and choose green or red sauce to improve their flavor.

    What to eat?

    The gastronomy of this destination is famous for its flavors. Undoubtedly, the tlayoyos filled of alberjón are emblematic of Teziutlán. Also the chilposo with vegetables harvested in the region and with beef or chicken. You can also eat beans with epazote, mass, and cheese; bread baked in wood-fired ovens, and jellies with eggnog and atole of corn. Finally, do not miss the tamales wrapped in banana leaf and choose green or red sauce to improve their flavor.

    What to buy?

    Women in Teziutlán embroider by tradition; you can see amazing blouses, sashes or skirts with bright colors mainly in cotton. Also, pieces made by saddlers and objects carved in wood; you can also take home canned fruits and wines from seasonal crops.

    What to buy?

    Women in Teziutlán embroider by tradition; you can see amazing blouses, sashes or skirts with bright colors mainly in cotton. Also, pieces made by saddlers and objects carved in wood; you can also take home canned fruits and wines from seasonal crops.

    How to get there?


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