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San Pedro Cajonos

Oaxaca, Mexico · North America

About San Pedro Cajonos

San Pedro Cajonos is worth a stop: 10 minutes from San Pablo Yaganiza, 34km from Hierve el Agua.

San Pedro Cajonos is a town located in Oaxaca, Mexico. With a population of 1,142, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, San Pedro Cajonos sits in Mexico, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Mexico City time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add San Pedro Cajonos to your route.

About San Pedro Cajonos

San Pedro Cajonos is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in southeastern Mexico, being the fourth smallest municipality in Oaxaca, but is still bigger than Santa Inés Yatzeche, Santa Cruz Amilpas, and Natividad. The municipality covers an area of km2. It is part of the Villa Alta District in the center of the Sierra

Read more Norte Region. It was founded on September 16, 1700 and given the name of San Pedro Cajonos. The language spoken in the town is a mix of Spanish and a lesser amount of spoken indigenous language called Cajonos Zapotec. As of March 2020, the municipality had a total population of 1,081.

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San Pedro Cajonos offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is San Pedro Cajonos located?

San Pedro Cajonos is located in Oaxaca, Mexico, North America. The coordinates are 17.1688 latitude, -96.2624 longitude.

What is the population of San Pedro Cajonos?

San Pedro Cajonos has a population of approximately 1,142 people, making it a town in Mexico.

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Quick Information

Population
1,142
Continent
North America
Country
Mexico
Region
Oaxaca
Timezone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
17.1688, -96.2624

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

Green Angels (free tourist roadside assistance on federal highways): 078.

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Worth the detour from San Pedro Cajonos

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

ancient ruins

Mitla

A Zapotec archaeological site famous for its intricate geometric mosaic fretwork carved into stone, considered the most important Mesoamerican site after Monte Albán.

29 km · about 35 min drive

ancient ruins

Yagul

A Zapotec hilltop city in the Tlacolula valley with the largest ballcourt in Oaxaca and the labyrinthine Palace of the Six Patios, plus a fortress ridge with sweeping valley views. Usually you have it to yourself.

31 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Hierve el Agua

Stunning petrified waterfall formations and natural infinity pools perched on a cliff overlooking the Oaxacan valley.

34 km · about 40 min drive

natural wonder

Árbol del Tule

A Montezuma cypress in Santa María del Tule with the world's widest trunk, in a churchyard directly beside Highway 190.

42 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Oaxaca Mezcal Distilleries

Traditional palenques in the valleys surrounding Oaxaca where artisan mezcaleros produce Mexico's iconic smoky agave spirit using ancient methods.

46 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Oaxaca City

A vibrant colonial city famous for its indigenous cultures, mezcal, mole cuisine, and colorful markets nestled in a mountain valley.

50 km · about 60 min drive

ancient ruins

Monte Alban

A pre-Columbian hilltop archaeological site overlooking the Oaxaca Valley, once the ancient capital of the Zapotec civilization with a grand ceremonial plaza.

55 km · about 65 min drive

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

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