Teapa Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city of Tabasco State, Mexico
About Teapa
In the pre-Columbian era, Teapa was known as the "capital of the Zoques". The Zoques are anindigenous peoplewho trace their heritage to the ancient Olmec. Unfortunately, there are no significant archaeological sites near Teapa. The town'scolonial historydates from 1594, when it was established as a Spanish town. Dominican friars were entrusted with the mission of evangelizing and converting local natives to Christianity. The Dominicans built the Convento de Santo Domingo in 1633. In the early 18th century, Franciscans and Jesuits would also come to Teapa. The Franciscans built the church of Santiago Apóstol between 1715 and 1725. Local uprisings occurred during theMexican War of Independence, but critics of the crown were effectively silenced. Indian uprising was not as easily contained, b
Top Attractions in Teapa
Explore the best things to see and do in Teapa:
- ★Balneario Las Garzas
- ★Grutas de Coconá
- ★Parque Miguel Hidalgo
- ★Parroquia del Señor de Esquipulas
- ★Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol
Where to Eat in Teapa
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Cocina Doña Maritza
- 🍴El Antiguo Jacalito
- 🍴La Mancha
Where to Stay in Teapa
- 🏨Hotel Diamante
- 🏨Hotel Quintero
- 🏨Hotel Villa Rica
- 🏨La Sultana
Teapa Travel Guide Sections
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