natural wonder
Sumidero Canyon
A dramatic canyon with walls rising over 1,000 meters above the Grijalva River, best experienced by boat through its towering gorge.
53 km · about 60 min drive
Chiapas, Mexico · North America
El Parral sits on the route: 20 minutes from Jericó, 53km from Sumidero Canyon.
El Parral is a town located in Chiapas, Mexico. With a population of 10,865, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, El Parral sits in Mexico, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Merida time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add El Parral to your route.
El Parral is a municipality in the Mexican state of Chiapas, located approximately 45 kilometres (28 mi) south of the state capital of Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
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El Parral is located in Chiapas, Mexico, North America. The coordinates are 16.3702 latitude, -93.0043 longitude.
El Parral has a population of approximately 10,865 people, making it a town in Mexico.
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Green Angels (free tourist roadside assistance on federal highways): 078.
Full driving guide for Mexico2 notable places within an hour's drive.
natural wonder
A dramatic canyon with walls rising over 1,000 meters above the Grijalva River, best experienced by boat through its towering gorge.
53 km · about 60 min drive
landmark
A highland colonial town surrounded by indigenous Tzotzil and Tzeltal communities, known for its colorful markets and amber jewelry.
56 km · about 65 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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