Magical Villa del Carbón – I don't know what kind of people are just looking for peace.
If you 're looking for more local produce , you can find them on the arches of the town square. You will likely find the traditional elixir of this Pueblo Mágico: homemade frolic (eggnog). Be sure to try some. At the Estado de México, Las Almas Tour & Travel offers you various...
Accommodation options, from boutique hotels in the historic center to resorts like La Angora recreation center, which has a pool and temazcal, make for a wonderful vacation .
Plan a day trip from Villa del Carbón to El Llano Dam , just 20 kilometers from the town square. You will enjoy viewing the river system that feeds the dam when the weather is clear.
Magical Villa del Carbón – I don't know what kind of people are just looking for peace.
You can explore the dam by motorboat and enjoy the scenic views. You can also breathe in the clean, cool air and admire the fascinating simplicity of nature.
➢ Llano Dam
The Llano Dam, a network of springs and rivers surrounded by lush vegetation, is just 20 kilometers from Villa del Carbón. There is a wide variety of ecotourism activities on the Llano Dam, from horse riding to trekking on its trails to soaring in the sky on a zip line.
Magical Villa del Carbón – I don't know what kind of people are just looking for peace.
Start your day with a boat ride around the dam. You can rent boats within half an hour and just enjoy the tranquility around you. After exploring the dam, take advantage of the impressive hiking trails in the area.
You can challenge the speed yourself on the Llano Dam by jumping on a zip line. If you 're into an adrenaline rush, consider jumping 60 meters , followed by a 350 meter ride at over 50 kilometers per hour. If you want to break away from your routine, an overnight camping trip in this location is ideal for immersing yourself in the sounds of nature. Set up your tent at the authorized campsites and bring enough food as they offer free barbecues and palapas.
➢ Taxhimay Dam
Magical Villa del Carbón I don't know what kind of people are just looking for peace.
The Taxhimay dam is located only 23 kilometers from Pueblo Magico (Magic Town) Villa del Carbón and is one of the most popular natural attractions in the Estado de México. In addition to enjoying the natural beauty, travelers can enjoy a serene tour accompanied only by wildlife such as cows and sheep as they learn about the history of the Taxhimay Hacienda .
The Taxhimay Hacienda was flooded in 1931 along with the city of San Luis de las Peras, which had been evacuated to make way for the Taxhimay Dam. The dome of the former hacienda is visible if you visit the dam by boat or yacht. Both are available.
If you are a water sports enthusiast, be sure to rent a water bike or kayak to get closer to the dome. You can also ride horses and mountain bikes in the countryside around the dam .
Magical Villa del Carbón – I don't know what kind of people are just looking for peace.
Be sure to visit the trout farms in the area and enjoy this local product as it is prepared by the local restaurants. This dining experience is without a doubt a must. Remember to frolic (eggnog) or, if you prefer, a k Eastern barbacoa (meat that is cooked slowly over an open fire or cooked in a hole dug in the ground) .
We have put together some and other possible activities for you.
➢ House of Memory of Ofe (Museo La Casa de Ofe)
Magical Villa del Carbón – I don't know what kind of people are just looking for peace.
Ofelia Reyes has managed to collect and save various relics from the history of the Villa del Carbón. Your happy company will take you on a journey through time.
This colonial house is just a few steps from Plaza Hidalgo and has been converted into a museum. It restores the rooms used by the ancient settlers and displays photos, documents, clothing and many other things that are part of the history of this magical city.
➢ House of Culture Dr. Jiménez Cantú (Casa de Cultura Dr. Jiménez Cantú)
Magical Villa del Carbón – I don't know what kind of people are just looking for peace.
This beautiful building is at the heart of the Villa del Carbón's cultural activities. Inside there is a public library and classrooms where art and music lessons are given.
In addition, the enclosure protects the archaeological pieces that belonged to the Otomí culture, which was located in what is now the magical city in pre-Hispanic times.
Take the opportunity to stroll through the beautiful inner garden. It's a great corner for taking photos.
➢ Cerro de la Bufa (Cerro de la Bufa)
Enjoy this place with a spectacular vantage point from which to see the El Llanito dam, the city and its surroundings.
Mountaineering enthusiasts meet here and reach the summit at 3,600 meters above sea level. When you go up, don't miss to see the source of the spring that forms a waterfall.
Magical Villa del Carbón – I don't know what kind of people are just looking for peace.
➢ Lienzo Charro Las Amarillas
The beginning of the charrería in this municipality was born thanks to the love of the people of Villa del Carbón for equestrian activities, to which they have been fully dedicated for 41 years.
Experience this passion on the weekends in his Lienzo Charro.
➢ Craft market (Mercado de Artesanías)
Visit the handicraft market, the population of this city in the state of Mexico has a lot of experience and creativity to design handicrafts. In the market, they sell handcrafted leather goods such as bags, jackets, boots, belts, gloves, and more. The product that comes out the most is the charro boot. There are many workshops in the Villa del Carbón where these shoes are made.
Another material that craftsmen work with a lot is wool. They make clothing such as scarves, shirts and jackets, as well as blankets, gloves and socks. Bring a gift to people who couldn't join you on this trip and support local artisans!
➢ Temple of the Virgen de la Peña Francia (Templo de la Virgen de la Peña Francia)
It has three points of interest: the parish temple of the Virgen de la Peña de Francia, classically Roman inspired, with an 18th century image associated with religious legends from Salamanca, Spain, the Lienzo Charro Cornelio Nieto and the city park Luisa Isabel Campos by Jiménez Cantú.
Magical Villa del Carbón – I don't know what kind of people are just looking for peace.
And we can create many more viewing appointments and offers for you. We would be happy to create a Pueblo Mágico Tour in combination with other Pueblo Mágico cities.
The Bodega Viña La Constancia has been closed to tourists for years and will be opened
in May 2016 with an original initiative called “Vino amp; Flamenco en Viña La
Constancia “reopened. A perfect blend of the gastronomy of the region, the wines of
the winery, the magic and the flamenco duende of the master Joaquín Pareja-
Obregón.
The UNESCO-listed Instituto Cultural Cabañas (formerly Hospicio Cabañas) is located in the historic core of the city center and is a magnificent neoclassical former hospital and orphanage, home to the disabled and orphans for more than 150 years, which began at the beginning of the 19th century was built.
Today the complex is home to the Cabañas Cultural Institute and the Heritage of Humanity. In addition to the graceful architecture of the building, based on similar designs in Paris and Madrid, the main focus here is the collection of 57 magnificent frescoes by José Clemente Orozco, which are widely regarded as his most beautiful works. Most of the murals adorn the ceiling and walls around the huge nave and dome, including his famous mural The Man of Fire (El Hombre del Fuego).
Magical Villa del Carbón – I don't know what kind of people are just looking for peace.
The magical Villa del Carbón
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