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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
Oaxaca, Mexico · North America
Santa María Velato sits on the route: 10 minutes from Coatecas Altas, 56km from Hierve el Agua.
Santa María Velato is a town located in Oaxaca, Mexico. With a population of 1,175, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, Santa María Velato 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 Santa María Velato to your route.
Coatecas Altas is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 125.03 km2. It is part of the Ejutla District in the south of the Valles Centrales Region. As of 2005, the municipality had a total population of 4,822.
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Santa María Velato is located in Oaxaca, Mexico, North America. The coordinates are 16.5042 latitude, -96.6451 longitude.
Santa María Velato has a population of approximately 1,175 people, making it a town in Mexico.
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Essential numbers in Mexico
Green Angels (free tourist roadside assistance on federal highways): 078.
Full driving guide for Mexico4 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
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
ancient ruins
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.
55 km · about 65 min drive
ancient ruins
A Zapotec archaeological site famous for its intricate geometric mosaic fretwork carved into stone, considered the most important Mesoamerican site after Monte Albán.
56 km · about 65 min drive
natural wonder
Stunning petrified waterfall formations and natural infinity pools perched on a cliff overlooking the Oaxacan valley.
56 km · about 65 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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