Less than 15km south Xalapa, Coatepec is a coffee region of greatest tradition and quality in our country since last century.

Besides being surrounded by different whimsical formations of nature ranging from trails, hills, walls to waterfalls and waterfalls, Coatepec has a rich colonial mix and in its heritage, has left nearly 370 properties with historical value, so which it was declared Historical Heritage of the Nation.

Its name comes from the Nahuatl Cóatl (Culebra) and Tepetl (Cerro). Coatepec means therefore in the Cerro de las Culebras, wise description of the ancient indigenous people used to baptize the fertility of their land, as the snake represented the Goddess of Earth and Fertility, the deity of the sun and the flowers.

Archaeological explorations and accidental findings revealed that the municipality of Coatepec one totonaca population settled. The beginnings of this bountiful land dating therefore of pre-Columbian times. The conquerors chroniclers do specific mention of its passage by Coatepec, but it is known that the area was a forced route to Tenochtitlan.

Coatepec is known for its coffee production and therefore often called the capital of the coffee in Mexico. Some of the Attractions in Coatepec are The Historic St. Jerome Parish-Church of Calvary-Church of Light-Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus School-City-Canton Palace "Benito Juarez" -Market Miguel Rebolledo-Ex Hacienda La Orduña The Trianon-Ex -Hacienda Finance Zimpizahua. The Hidalgo Park.

In the center of Coatepec is Hidalgo Park, around him the Church of St. Jerome and the city hall are located. The park strollers usually like to walk around and visit cafes and restaurants or, as tradition, enjoy an ice cream. Cultural Interactive Museum Apan-Cafetal Coffee Museum "La Mata" -House Museum-House Maria Enriqueta of culture.

The Natural Attractions: Waterfall "golden ball" -Cascade "The Granada" -The "hill of snakes" . It is also advisable to visit the famous "orchid gardens". Festivities Patron Saint of St. Jerome and St. Jerome (24 to 30 September) Cultural Festival. He is the Patron Saint of Coatepec and organized in his honor by the end of September, the most important holiday in the city with solemn religious ceremonies, processions, artistic and cultural events.

Celebration of the Virgin of Guadalupe (December 12).How all Mexico, Coatepec is also party to start with the typical early mornings, followed by popular folk festivals and various religious activities throughout the day, organized by the same premises. Coffee Fair (May 1 to 15). It is full of traditions popular festival held the first fifteenth of May and where there are a host of activities ranging from the sale of coffee and its derivatives to concerts by local and national artists, dances, bullfights and many more activities.

The Civic Parade commemorating the September 16th and November 20th. On the main street local line up for the parade of middle schools and higher education, that the sound of marching bands and interesting formations remind us of the historical and social value of these dates to the country. The Gastronomy in Coatepec Veracruz are some exquisite dishes based on the mole, chile rellenos and seafood are prepared. Coffee Coatepec is of international quality, fruit wines are also produced.

The feast of St. Jerome in September is the most important religious celebration in the city is characterized by its traditional bows or booths. The arches are decorated with white and red flowers. The main arch is placed at the door of the parish of St. Jerome and the other in the other temples of the city.

The Coffee Fair, takes place in May, is a popular event that includes the crowning of the Coffee Queen, musical performances, cultural events, dances, bullfights and a craft and trade expo.

The Cerro de Las Culebras is the quintessential viewpoint to appreciate the layout of the city and its temples. In the evenings, the atmosphere is conducive to people living with friends or romance. The taste for orchids and some of its people gives us the chance to meet one of the most important orquidiarios of Mexico, with thousands of plants different species.

In Coatepec can find a good selection of restaurants and lodging. The Activities in Coatepec Veracruz City Walk or by an ecological path and meditation or any of the surrounding gardens, photography, tasting coffee and liqueurs and visiting coffee farms, museums and colonial buildings.

Buses run regularly from Xalapa to Coatepec; most frequent are the local services from the Terminal Excelsiór (also known as Los Sauces, after the market next to it), 2km southwest of the zócalo, though there are also second-class buses from the main terminal.