Tuxtla Gutiérrez

Chiapas - Other Cities And Attractions

Tuxtla Gutierrez was declared the capital of the State of Chiapas in 1892, when the seat of government was moved from San Cristóbal de las Casas. It is more of a modern center whose prime points of interest are the Manuel Alvarez del Toro Zoo and the nearby and majestic Sumidero Canyon on the Grijalva River.

It's one of the main Chiapas sightseeing places. It has grown and evolved throughout its history, not looking for anything that might obstruct its vigor and energy. Proof of this can be seen in the modern construction of the city, which speaks of a down to earth, but vibrant population. Nonetheless, the city retains its charm from the special magic of the flavor of the state.

As in most Mexican cities, it has a central square (Zocalo) in the heart of the city.

Tuxtla Gutiérrez Attractions

Manuel Alvarez Del Toro Zoo

Located about 20 minutes from downtown Tuxtla Gutierrez on Blvd. Samuel Leon Brinois, this excellent zoo is home to many of the thousands of species of native fauna of the state. Here you´ll find jaguar, tapir, ocelot, monkeys, butterflies, boas and other reptiles and animals kept in a spacious, relaxed environment and under conditions made as close as possible to their natural habitats.

The depths and drops of the Sumidero Canyon are ideal places to stimulate the imagination and refresh the spirit. The rock formations with their mystical figures are truly impressive and at the same time being graceful and delicate. The Grijalva River passes through the Canyon on its journey to the Gulf of Mexico.

This place was declared National Park since 1982, and is filled with beautiful vegetation and fauna, with exuberant species, among which we can find crocodiles, Spider monkeys and sea birds.