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Tlayacapan Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

town and municipality located in the northeast part of Morelos state in central Mexico

About Tlayacapan

Tlayacapan is a small town with a population of about 7,000. Long before the arrival of Spaniards in Mexico, Tlayacapan was an Olmec settlement that was part of the Aztec trading network, a stop over on the way to more southern settlements. Earthquakes are a common phenomenon inCentral Mexico, which is geologically active. On September 19, 2017, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake shook Tlayacapan, damaging many buildings, including the historic Monastery of San Juan Bautista, and the Palacio Municipal (the oldest city hall in Mexico). The historic church remains closed to the public until restorations can be completed and public safety ensured. Damage to the church includes a fallen ceiling and a major crack that splits the building's facade.

Where to Eat in Tlayacapan

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Casa Grande Tlayacapan
  • 🍴El Mirador
  • 🍴La Malinche
  • 🍴Pozoleria Dona China
  • 🍴Yoshi Roll Fusion

Where to Stay in Tlayacapan

  • 🏨Hotel Boutique Jardin de Flores
  • 🏨Posada la Joya
  • 🏨Posada Meztli Xictli
  • 🏨Posada San Juan
  • 🏨Posada San Nicolas
  • 🏨Spa Holístico Casa Tonantzin

Tlayacapan Travel Guide Sections

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