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TRADITIONAL MEDICINE CENTER AMIDST WOODED LANDSCAPES
A town that has preserved its ancestral Zapotec traditions and customs over the years, reflected in its gastronomy, crafts, and music.
Its streets are paved with cobblestones and adapt to the irregularities of the local topography. While strolling through them, you can enjoy buildings made of yellow stone with tiled roofs, all framed by a landscape of huge green hills on the horizon.
From September 11th to 22nd, the annual fair in honor of San Mateo Apóstol takes place, featuring the traditional "calenda," rodeos, and fireworks.
The climate in Capulálpam is mountainous, generally humid and cold. The temperature doesn't vary much throughout the year, with average highs around 21ºC and lows around 12ºC.
Capulálpam is located 73 km (2 hours) from Oaxaca and 533 km (8 hours) from Mexico City.
Capulálpam de Méndez
What to See in Capulálpam de Méndez
Tourist Attractions in Capulálpam de Méndez
Talleres de Orfebrería o Textiles (Goldsmithing or Textile Workshops)
This town is mainly inhabited by Zapotec indigenous people who have preserved their traditions and culture, which is reflected in many of their crafts. Some must-visit places include goldsmithing or textile workshops to learn about the production process or explore some of the craft stores.
Galería de Juguete (Toy Gallery)
If you want to continue discovering the beautiful works made in Oaxaca, you can visit the toy and art gallery. Here, various original toys and figures are made, making excellent souvenirs.
Templo de San Mateo Apóstol
A 16th-century building that combines Baroque and Neoclassical styles. Its classic façade is made of quarry stone. Inside the temple, you can still admire some incredible altars, showcasing various baroque styles from the Salomonic to the elaborate Churrigueresque.
Centro de Medicina Tradicional (Traditional Medicine Center)
If you want to purify your body and soul, there's the Traditional Medicine Center, where they offer "cleansing" rituals, temazcal baths, and natural medicines, as well as a herbal pharmacy that offers courses on various medicinal plants.
What to Do in Capulálpam de Méndez
Choose your Adventure in Oaxaca
UNMISSABLE EXPERIENCES IN CAPULÁLPAM DE MÉNDEZ
Enjoy a stroll through El Tzul-Zul.
Explore the Creek Cave (Cueva del Arroyo)
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Enjoy the forested landscape
The town is surrounded by natural beauty, making it perfect for pleasant hikes and bike rides to enjoy the pine and oak forests, as well as the colorful bromeliads and the region's diverse birdlife.
One of the most enjoyable walks is the path to reach the Mirador el Calvario, offering a spectacular view of the town and the surrounding mountains of Capulálpam.
Other great options in the area include "Los Sabinos," with tall and ancient trees, and "Cerro Pelado," where you can walk through an ancient trail or "camino real," once used during the colonial era to connect with other villages in the Sierra.
Explore an Enigmatic Cave
Visit the Creek Cave (Cueva del Arroyo), a cave where water has formed whimsical figures over time.
Enjoy Various Adventures
The Los Molinos Recreational Center is an ideal place to enjoy the beautiful natural landscapes of the region by walking or biking on the trails. You can also embark on a series of adventures, such as rappelling or crossing a river on a 100-meter-long zip line.
Admire unforgettable sunrises or sunsets
There are viewpoints where you can contemplate impressive panoramas of the beautiful town, such as the Mirador de la Cruz and El Calvario. The best moments to enjoy the contrasting green hills are during sunrise and sunset.
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