waterfall
Cascadas de Agua Azul
A series of brilliant turquoise waterfalls cascading over limestone terraces in the Chiapas jungle.
25 km · about 30 min drive
Chiapas, Mexico · North America
Yajalón is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Lázaro Cárdenas, 25km from Cascadas de Agua Azul.
Yajalón is a town located in Chiapas, Mexico. With a population of 16,622, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, Yajalón 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 Yajalón to your route.
Yajalón is a city and municipality in the Mexican state of Chiapas in southern Mexico.
As of 2010, the municipality had a total population of 34,028, up from 26,044 as of 2005. It covers an area of 162.3 km2.
As of 2010, the city of Yajalón had a population of 16,622. Other than the city of Yajalón, the municipalityRead more
had 247 localities, the largest of which (with 2010 populations in parentheses) were: Amado Nervo (1,362), and Lázaro Cárdenas (1,151), classified as rural.
Grolier Codex is believed to have been found in the Yajalon area. Carlson 2013
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Yajalón is located in Chiapas, Mexico, North America. The coordinates are 17.1729 latitude, -92.3339 longitude.
Yajalón has a population of approximately 16,622 people, making it a town in Mexico.
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Green Angels (free tourist roadside assistance on federal highways): 078.
Full driving guide for Mexico4 notable places within an hour's drive.
waterfall
A series of brilliant turquoise waterfalls cascading over limestone terraces in the Chiapas jungle.
25 km · about 30 min drive
waterfall
A spectacular 35-meter jungle waterfall plunging into a wide pool, with a hidden cave path behind the curtain of water.
41 km · about 45 min drive
ancient ruins
A stunning Maya city set in the jungle of Chiapas, renowned for its elegant architecture, detailed sculptural work, and the tomb of the ruler Pakal the Great.
46 km · about 55 min drive
landmark
A highland colonial town surrounded by indigenous Tzotzil and Tzeltal communities, known for its colorful markets and amber jewelry.
58 km · about 65 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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