Tlayacapan, Morelos

The small village of Tlayacapan in the hills of Morelos is is known for its clay and ceramic pottery and figurines.

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State of Morelos

A small but diverse state, Morelos offers colonial architecture and history, the archaeological sites of Xochicalco, Teopanzolco, El Tepozteco and Chalcatzingo, several reconstructed haciendas, many now turned into hotels and resorts and plenty of natural hot springs, lakes and recreational areas such as Tequesquitengo, Las Lagunas de Zempoala and Agua Hedionda in Cuautla.

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El Tepozteco Pyramid

The Tepozteco pyramid, perched high on the craggy cliffs above the town of Tepoztlán, Morelos, is open to the public daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Tepoztlan Church and Convent

Tepoztlan’s 16th century Dominican Church is located near the market in the center of town. Note the novel decoration with beans and seeds of the gated entrance to the church yard leading from the market area.

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Tepoztlan, Morelos

Archway decorated with seeds and beans

Tepoztlan is a small town nestled between craggy cliffs located in the State of Morelos and makes for a pleasant side-trip from Cuernavaca or a quiet destination in its own right. Visit the Tepozteco pyramid, the Church and ex-convent, now a museum, and colorful town market.

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