In the middle of a wonderful landscape of wooded areas, the village of Tapalpa Jalisco appears with the beauty of the simple and natural.His name, derived from the Nahuatl, means "land of colors" or "place perched high". One of the most important municipalities in southern Jalisco, Tapalpa maintains the appearance of old agricultural and pastoral communities. Its particular characteristics as outlined in an excellent destination for adventure, recreation and rest. Whether you like walks in the typical Mexican towns like you are are fond of paragliding, Tapalpa is a tourist destination that can not miss.Tapalpa is distinguished by its houses of white facades and red gabled roofs, environment provincial and remarkable natural areas, where the fragrant vegetation, motivate enjoyment, contemplation and discovery.

Tapalpa it is a place of great botanical diversity: there grow rich firs, arbutus, ash and willows granjenos. Also different kinds of fungi proliferate and orchids. In addition, as part of the national holidays, have come to visit Tapalpa more than 10,000 people.During those days, the ancient tradition known as the "Battle of Flowers" takes place, which is very interesting from a tourist approach. Another valuable data tells us that in Tapalpa, the first paper mill was founded in this part from Mexico. This happened in 1840, although this factory lasted only 70 years.

Tapalpa economy is based mainly on tourism, which is to set a unique repertoire of craft production site such as furniture and ornaments of wood; Wool Textile handmade as blankets, ponchos and backpacks on a diverse mix of colors; sandals; items and carved wooden ornaments;Typical jobs mud; among others. Around Piedrotas or Valley of Enigmas Its main attraction is the enormous stones of strange shapes that sit in the middle of a wooded area, near which is also a refreshing stream. Is located 4 km north of Tapalpa. The Friars Rock Formations slightly higher than Piedrotas and found on top of a mountain elevation, representing a very interesting for those who like to practice mountain sports. It is situated 9 km north of Tapalpa. Atacco Here a Franciscan temple whose ruins still stand, was the first center of colonization of the region was built. Is located 3 km south of Tapalpa. Salto del Nogal A waterfall of 102 meters high surrounded by forests of pine and oak, whose walls can practice various activities of climbing and mountaineering. It is located 18 km south of Tapalpa. Presa El Nogal The reservoir has a volume of 19 million m2 and an area of 30 hectares, is located at an altitude of 1950 m above sea level. The wildlife in the area integrate species of catfish, bass and trout, plus herons and ducks. At present, Tapalpa has also become home to one of the main stops of the Paragliding World Cup (PWC) or World Cup paragliding, same that began in 2002. Since then, Tapalpa participated in international tournaments this activity, being home to some of the stages, with Monte Grappa (Italy), Abtenau (Austria), Talloires (France) and Kayseri . (Turkey) Activities in Magic Town Tapalpa Besides acquiring clay crafts in the nearby town of Rosa de Castilla (just 20 minutes from Tapalpa), we recommend trying the traditional dish of the region: sheep to pastor. Additionally, this Jalisco village Paragliding World Cup, an event that starts from the Cerro del Balcony and used as a landing point The Piedrotas is performed.

The first thing we suggest visiting in Tapalpa, are the batteries, which are former contenders of waters where locals still vital fluid are filled. The oddest thing about them is that they still hold their original names, eg pile Snakes, the Tecolote, the Dog and La Colorada. Each of these popular names, is associated with legends of the place about love, hate, punishment and betrayal. Then, you must know the Parish of San Antonio de Padua. It was built in neoclassical style in 1650 by a group of Franciscans. The building is brick and stands on a large embankment, used to compensate the inclination of the slope on which it is deployed. Inside this temple it exhibits a way vaulted nave barrel, with arches on the sides that support the roof of the choir and the aisles. On the west side of the church, there is a forecourt enclosed by arches, evoking the image of an aqueduct. In the center of this esplanade, there are two sources of quarry. They are also recommended, near Tapalpa places like Las Piedrotas (or the Valley of Enigmas) where are fascinating rock formations found there, in an environment of forests and streams . The Friars, meanwhile, are rock formations, somewhat higher than before, which are located on top of a mountain elevation. This is an ideal place for those who like extreme sports. Two other sites, very pleasant to visit around here are Atacco, where there are remains of a Franciscan church and, in his time, became the first settler core the place, and Salto del Nogal, a beautiful waterfall of 105 meters high, known as the highest of Jalisco. In addition, the environment is full of Salto del Nogal beautiful forests of pine and oak.Canyons where this formidable waterfall is framed, are perfect for climbing and mountaineering.Landmarks Batteries for water, the people of Tapalpa fill their buckets at communal sources still retain their traditional use and are known for their original names:. Of the Snakes, dog, Tecolote and La Colorada Parish of San Antonio built in neoclassical style in 1650 by the Franciscans, was devoted to the patronage of San Antonio de Padua in 1683 by the bishop of Guadalajara, Don Juan de Santiago and Leon Garabito. Its features include the use of brick as a construction material and its location on an embankment leveling the sloping hillside on which it runs. Inside a nave vaulted barrel shaped with side arches that support the roof of the side aisles and the choir presents. On the west side of the temple a wide esplanade framed by an arcade that recalls the shape of an aqueduct, in which middle two sources are located presents.

All Tapalpa promotes fun, crafts, festivals and gastronomy comprise a mosaic always invited to return. The most important festivals of Tapalpa are distributed throughout the year, as significant dates such as 4 to December 12 when celebrated Our Lady of Guadalupe; between March and April, Carnival and Easter; and countless religious and those who celebrate the Virgin of Defense, in the months of July and August, and the Mercedes in September festivities. Gastronomy The main dish of the place is the lamb al pastor, while sweet Typical constitute called "drunks" and eggnog, among other sweets made from milk as jamoncillos, cassettes and the traditional "pegoste".

From Guadalajara take Highway 54 towards Colima. At Cofradia exit continue to the right and continue on State Road 417 to the left.

Table of distances: A Guadalajara - 140 km; A Colima - 126 km; In Ciudad Guzman - 67 km.