Murals of Cacaxtla
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These strikingly colorful paintings were created by a mysterious Mesoamerican civilization.

šŸ“œ Ancient Mesoamerican archaeological site in Nativitas, famous for its strikingly colorful and well-preserved murals depicting battle scenes and deities.

Why Go

šŸŽØ Witness unique, vibrant, and well-preserved Mesoamerican art
🚶 Explore a less-visited site with fewer crowds
šŸ“œ Discover clues about a mysterious ancient civilization
šŸ›ļø Explore a large, covered archaeological complex
šŸ–¼ļø Visit an excellent small museum with mural reproductions

Why Avoid

šŸŽØ Original murals are faded compared to reproductions

Tips

🚌 Accessible by bus from Mexico City or Puebla to Tlaxcala, then a short taxi ride.
ā³ Allow 2-3 hours to explore the site and its small museum.
ā˜” The site is covered by a roof, protecting visitors from rain.
šŸ›ļø Nearby is Xochitecatl, another archaeological site worth visiting.

Cost

šŸ’° Entrance is 60 Mexican pesos, including museum access.

Hours

šŸ•’ Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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