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ECOTOURISM

HOT SPRINGS

If we want to spend more time, we can stay in one of the 65 rooms that the hotel has and that are equipped with special tubs to enjoy the hot springs in a completely private way.

 

 

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Chignahuapan is recognized, among other things, for its sulphurous hot springs. In the case of the hot springs of Chignahuapan, the water comes out  from the rock with a temperature of 51º C. and reaches the pools between 38º and 15º C. The place is surrounded by mountains and a wooded area, as well as a beautiful cañada, and it is without a doubt a place where you can have contact with nature and a great day of family coexistence.

 

A place to enjoy these hot springs is the SPA - Resort. It is located in Tenextla, in the city of Chignahuapan and has been around for 80 years.

How to arrive:

- Car: From Mexico City follow the Mexico-Puebla highway and take the exit to Tlaxcala when you reach San Martín Texmelucan. Go to Apizaco and from there to Tlaxco. From that place follow the signs for Chignahuapan.

- Bus: From Mexico City, in the TAPO (a bus parade) take a bus to Puebla, from there, continue your way acquiring a ticket to Chignahuapan (The journey from Puebla to Chignahuapan takes about 3 hours)

 

The place has several options for the visitor, it has both private and general pools, roofed or outdoors. There is also a section with slides.

Chignahuapan hot springs has the following services:

· Restaurant

· Parking lot

· Hotel

· Jacuzzi

· SPA

· Kids area

· Hot Springs

· Green areas

· Temascal

 

 

 

 

 

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Photograph taken by: Adriana Berenice Martínez Aguilar. 

ALMOlOYA'S LAGOON

Chignahuapan’s lagoon, also known as Almoloya’s lagoon, is a large aquifer formed by nine peaceful water eyes, that form a beautiful landscape that is ideal for having fun, spending a day in the country, swimming or take a boat ride. The lagoon is located 5 minutes from the city. The surroundings of the municipal seat are distinguished by a variety of vegetation thanks to the abundance of aquifers. In addition, for all fishermen, a fishing tournament is held in November.

 

Nearby hotels:

Hotel Márquez ($ 250 - $ 700)

Contact number: 01 (797) 97-1-06-59

Location: 6th Lerdo’s Street No.42ª. Chignahuapan, Puebla.

www.hotelmarquezchignahuapan.com.mx

 

Hotel 9 Manantiales ($ 1346 - $ 2990)

The hosting includes:

  • Continental breakfast

  • Wireless Internet

  • Cable with 76 channels

  • Telephone in the room

Reservations: (797) 971-05-90 and 971-18-92

Location: Walker of the Chignahuapan’s Lagoon, Puebla.

 

Photograph taken: Karina Paola Blanca Ortiz

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CUAUTELOLUCO'S DAM

The Cuautelolulco’s dam is another interesting aquifer located approximately 12 kilometers from the Municipal centre. In its waters you can practice sport fishing, mainly trout fishing. Another one, with greater dimensions, is known as the Ajolotla dam and it has the peculiarity of only getting its water from the rain. Its waters, full of trouts and carps, not only attracts fishermen in various parts of the state, but also those who want to enjoy long walks through the surrounding grasslands.

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REFERENCIA:

- Pueblos América. (S/A). "Cuauteloluco". Consultado el 19 de marzo de 2018. Disponible en: https://mexico.pueblosamerica.com/i/cuautelolulco/

CALVARIO'S HILL

There is a festival on the hill each year. The date is according to the fair depends on the fair of the Patron Saint of Chignahuapan, usually it takes place one week before the July 25. As part of the celebration, there is a procession that goes from “El Honguito” to the top of The Calvary, mass, fireworks, food for everybody, among other things. The Church of El Honguito (tiny fungus in Spanish), is very famous, and it’s a “most visit” place, because, despite its size, the architecture and its ornaments, the really interesting thing is what it's kept inside, a petrified fungus, from which the believers say that it is possible to identify different religious images, like the one of Christ crucified (in order to be able to see it, magnifying glasses are needed). The story is that this fungus was found in 1880, by a peasant, and he thought it was a miracle, so he decided to build a church in that precise spot. The Honguito church was at first named Lord of Health, but eventually it was changed to Our Lady of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

 

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RANCHO COZAPA

It’s a very colourful, natural and huge place. You can do trout fishing. The main dam depends on three springs, from which the trouts can reach a weight of 3 kilograms (6.61 lbs approximately).

There are two lakes at Rancho Cozapa, the main lake, and and the tree lake, where you can also find trouts, bass, bluegill, and carp. It is important to know, that besides fishing, you can also enjoy a boat ride, visit the trout farm, the wild pig farm, ride a bike, and take a walk through the oak forest.

And, if you want to extend your visit, it is possible to camp here, and spend a great night surrounded by nature, or rent one of the cabins that are available.

 

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LLANO DEL CONEJO

This eco-touristic centre has some very comfortable cabins, and at the outdoors, you can have a picnic, hike, walk, and practice any sport, like soccer, volleyball, among others. You can also ride a bicycle, or an ATV (All-Terrain-Vehicle) while enjoying the beauty this place is surrounded with, or if you are looking for some adrenaline, the amazing zip-line that this park has it’s ideal.  

Here you can enjoy an incredible weather, either it’s sunny, partly cloudy, or some mist that is typical of the region, and that it’s going to make your trip unforgettable.

This is an ejido property (distribution system), that is managed by local people and received the support of authorities to construct some cabins, that offer a modern but comfortable staying, clean, and safe.  

Photograph taken by: Mónica Monserrath Rivera Sosa.

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