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San Martín Chalchicuautla

San Martín Chalchicuautla · Art & Culture

A town known as the 'Cradle of Xantolo', where the Day of the Dead is lived with deep Nahua roots from October 31 to November 2. The Cascada del Manantial waterfall is nearby.

Practical info

Duration
3 hours
Entrance
Acceso libre
Difficulty
Easy
Hours
Abierto todo el día
Open days
Lunes a Domingo
Best time of day
Mañana
Best season
Xantolo: 31 oct–2 nov
Meeting point
Ciudad Valles — in front of the bus station

Good to know

La experiencia alcanza su máximo en el Xantolo; fuera de esas fechas el pueblo es tranquilo. Datos de la Cascada del Manantial (costo, horario, acceso) no verificados. Carretera de montaña.

How to get there

~26 km (30–35 min) desde Tamazunchale; desde Ciudad Valles ~1.5–2 h pasando por Tamazunchale

What to bring

  • · calzado cómodo
  • · cámara
  • · efectivo
  • · agua

Did you know?

  • · Reconocido como la 'Cuna del Xantolo' potosino: comparsas de 'viejos' enmascarados bailan huapango.
  • · Su gastronomía de temporada incluye zacahuil, bocoles y queso de bola.

Location

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Frequently asked questions

How much is admission to San Martín Chalchicuautla?+

Admission to San Martín Chalchicuautla costs Acceso libre. Bringing cash is recommended just in case.

How do I get to San Martín Chalchicuautla from Ciudad Valles?+

~26 km (30–35 min) desde Tamazunchale; desde Ciudad Valles ~1.5–2 h pasando por Tamazunchale. The destination is in San Martín Chalchicuautla, San Luis Potosí, Mexico.

What time of year is best to visit San Martín Chalchicuautla?+

The best season to visit San Martín Chalchicuautla is Xantolo: 31 oct–2 nov. The best time of day to arrive is Mañana to make the most of the experience.

How much time do you need to tour San Martín Chalchicuautla?+

Plan about 3 hours to enjoy San Martín Chalchicuautla at a relaxed pace. The site is open Abierto todo el día (Lunes a Domingo).

What should you bring to visit San Martín Chalchicuautla?+

To visit San Martín Chalchicuautla we recommend bringing: calzado cómodo, cámara, efectivo, agua. Important: La experiencia alcanza su máximo en el Xantolo; fuera de esas fechas el pueblo es tranquilo. Datos de la Cascada del Manantial (costo, horario, acceso) no verificados. Carretera de montaña.

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