The Atlas Obscura Guide To San Pablo Villa De Mitla

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in San Pablo Villa de Mitla, Mexico

Updated June 27, 2018

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Unusual Attractions in San Pablo Villa de Mitla

The stunning shape and color of this cliff gives it the appearance of a waterfall

San Pablo Villa de Mitla, Mexico

Hierve El Agua

This beautifully deceptive waterfall is something far different from what it appears to be.

The Columns Group.

San Pablo Villa de Mitla, Mexico

Column of Death

A mysterious pillar in an ancient burial chamber is said to predict how long you have to live.

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The tortillas come in a rainbow of colors.

Tlacolula de Matamoros, Mexico

Criollito

This Oaxacan restaurant serves native corn and Indigenous recipes.

8 miles from San Pablo Villa de Mitla

More girth than any tree in the world.

Santa María del Tule, Mexico

El Árbol del Tule (The Tule Tree)

The stoutest tree in the world.

20 miles from San Pablo Villa de Mitla

Santa María del Tule, Mexico

Tree Shrine

In a town defined by its incredible trees, having a shrine in one just makes sense.

20 miles from San Pablo Villa de Mitla

Tlalixtac de Cabrera, Mexico

Caldo de Piedra

Fiery-hot river rocks make soup sizzle at this restaurant showcasing indigenous Chinantec cuisine.

20 miles from San Pablo Villa de Mitla

Several smaller alebrijes for sale in Tilcajete.

San Martín Tilcajete, Mexico

Alebrijes of San Martín Tilcajete

This Oaxacan town is known for its colorful fantastical creatures hand-carved by local artisans.

22 miles from San Pablo Villa de Mitla

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