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Santiago Apoala

Oaxaca, Mexico · North America

About Santiago Apoala

Santiago Apoala sits on the route: 10 minutes from Santa María Apazco.

Santiago Apoala is a town located in Oaxaca, Mexico. With a population of 186, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Santiago Apoala 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 Santiago Apoala to your route.

About Santiago Apoala

Santiago Apoala is a village and municipality in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico, located north of Oaxaca city. It is part of the Nochixtlán District in the southeast of the Mixteca Region. The name “apoala” is from Nahuatl meaning “water that destroys”. It is 1,970 meters (6,460 ft) above sea level. It is part of the

Read more Mixtec area of Oaxaca state and is also known by its Mixtec name of “Yutatnoho” which means “river where the lords come from”. Its foundation date is unknown but local legends say this was one of the first areas settled by the Mixtecs. There are two waterfalls nearby called Cascadas de Apoala and Cola de Serpiente (snake’s tail). Each is more than 50 meters (160 ft) high and there are number natural springs in the area.

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Where is Santiago Apoala located?

Santiago Apoala is located in Oaxaca, Mexico, North America. The coordinates are 17.6481 latitude, -97.1365 longitude.

What is the population of Santiago Apoala?

Santiago Apoala has a population of approximately 186 people, making it a town in Mexico.

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Quick Information

Population
186
Continent
North America
Country
Mexico
Region
Oaxaca
Timezone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
17.6481, -97.1365

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Mexico

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

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

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Nearby Destinations

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