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.
7 km · about 15 min drive
Oaxaca, Mexico · North America
Santiago Matatlán works well as a base: 10 minutes from San Pablo Villa de Mitla, 11km from Hierve el Agua.
Santiago Matatlán is a town located in Oaxaca, Mexico. With a population of 3,441, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, Santiago Matatlán 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 Matatlán to your route.
Santiago Matatlán a.k.a. "World Capital Of Mezcal" is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 85.48 km2. It is part of the Tlacolula District in the east of the Valles Centrales Region.
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Santiago Matatlán is located in Oaxaca, Mexico, North America. The coordinates are 16.8654 latitude, -96.3821 longitude.
Santiago Matatlán has a population of approximately 3,441 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.
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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.
7 km · about 15 min drive
natural wonder
Stunning petrified waterfall formations and natural infinity pools perched on a cliff overlooking the Oaxacan valley.
11 km · about 20 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.
13 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
Traditional palenques in the valleys surrounding Oaxaca where artisan mezcaleros produce Mexico's iconic smoky agave spirit using ancient methods.
25 km · about 30 min drive
natural wonder
A Montezuma cypress in Santa María del Tule with the world's widest trunk, in a churchyard directly beside Highway 190.
34 km · about 40 min drive
landmark
A vibrant colonial city famous for its indigenous cultures, mezcal, mole cuisine, and colorful markets nestled in a mountain valley.
43 km · about 50 min drive
ancient ruins
A pre-Columbian hilltop archaeological site overlooking the Oaxaca Valley, once the ancient capital of the Zapotec civilization with a grand ceremonial plaza.
46 km · about 55 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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