Xilitla
, Mexico
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In one of the highest parts of the Huasteca, is Xilitla, a peculiar people to be located in the Sierra Madre Oriental, has a joint climate. It has several attractions very individuals as "surreal" Garden of Edward James an Englishman who came to live in the region. Xilitla is a Nahuatl word meaning "place of snails" its highest point is called "The Saddle" in form of saddle , this village has a kind of jungle vegetation which makes the experience dream trip.
Xilitla is a producer of coffee and citrus town, so be sure to try them. While it has numerous hotels and inns, is an extraordinary experience staying at "El Castillo" an inn built in the style of this particular with his English has some natural waterfalls and labyrinthine paths that you can not miss. "architecture integrated to nature" Main activities in Xilitla Pueblo Magico rafting, abseiling, jumping waterfalls, camping and hiking.
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This town along with the story of Edward James, has very important natural areas such as the Huahuas Hoya declared Protected Natural Area is 478 meters deep and is inhabited by parrots and a variety of wild animals. You can also go to La Cueva del Salitre, the Waterfall of Comales, the former Convent of the Augustinians and the Museum of Edward James. In Las Pozas, which is the "Garden Surreal" can find about 19 buildings, each has a different history and a specific symbolism. Directions to Pueblo Magico Xilitla Xilitla To reach, the route is a little long but well worth worth. You can go by road either by car or by commercial bus, you is you get to San Luis Potosi and then head to Ciudad Valles; Queretaro also can get faster. If you go in a commercial bus, the direct outputs are from North Bus in Mexico City, Queretaro or get to and from there to Xilitla. The trip takes about 7 hours.