Chiapas - Wikipedia Chiapas is home to the ancient Mayan ruins of Palenque, Yaxchilán, Bonampak, Lacanha, Chinkultic, El Lagartero and Toniná It is also home to one of the largest indigenous populations in the country, with twelve federally recognized ethnicities [11]
Chiapas | History, Map, Population, Facts | Britannica Chiapas, estado (state) of southern Mexico It is bounded to the north by the state of Tabasco, to the east by Guatemala, to the southwest by the Gulf of Tehuantepec and the Pacific Ocean, and to the west by the states of Oaxaca and Veracruz The capital and largest city is Tuxtla (Tuxtla Gutiérrez)
About Chiapas - Spirit of the Mayan World Chiapas, along with Tabasco and the Yucatan Peninsula, is part of the Central American isthmus belt It is located in the southeast of the republic, on the border with Guatemala, with which it borders to the east, along 654 kilometers, or 67 77% of the total 965 kilometers
15 Amazing Things to Do in Chiapas | + Tips (2025) Chiapas is a stunning region with nature reserves, archaeological sites hidden in the jungle, traditional communities and colonial cities It has so much to offer for an unforgettable stay To help you plan your trip, I have prepared this guide with all the best things to do and see in Chiapas
Chiapas: Mexicos Rich Cultural Heritage Chiapas lies in the southern part of Mexico and is one of the country’s most diverse and culturally rich states It has a population of approximately 5 5 million people and is home to a large Indigenous population
Chiapas - HISTORY Chiapas represents a small portion of the region once inhabited by the Mayan Indians For at least 2,000 years, the Mayan culture flourished throughout Mesoamerica
Chiapas, Mexico - Tourist Guide - | visit-mexico. mx In Chiapas the forests and the jungle are a beauty, spectacular settings for archaeological sites The incredible nature that accompanies many of these areas is a plus Visits to archaeological sites are part of nature tourism, due to the opportunity to walk around diverse natural environments