Chiapas, Mexico · North America
Tapachula sits on the route: 10 minutes from El Sacrificio.
Tapachula is a city located in Chiapas, Mexico. With a population of 353,706, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, Tapachula 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 Tapachula to your route.
Tapachula de Córdova y Ordóñez, simply known as Tapachula, is a city and municipality located in the far southeast of the state of Chiapas, Mexico, near the Guatemalan border and the Pacific Ocean. Economically, it is one of the most important cities in Chiapas; as capital of the agriculturally-rich Soconusco region,Read more
Tapachula also serves as a key port for trade between Mexico and Central America. The area was originally inhabited by the Mam, as a region under the control of the Mam state of Xelaju, but was first established as a city by the Aztecs in the 13th century. Most of its economic importance has come since the late 19th century, with the establishment of coffee plantations. This practice initiated a steady stream of migration and immigration into the area, which continues to this day, and has left the city with a significant Asian and German cultural presence. There is a large Mayan and Nahua population.
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Tapachula is located in Chiapas, Mexico, North America. The coordinates are 14.9054 latitude, -92.2589 longitude.
Tapachula has a population of approximately 353,706 people, making it a city in Mexico.
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