Jiquipilco Municipality

Jiquipilco Municipality is an administrative division in the State of Mexico, covering land on the southern and western slopes of Cerro La Catedral in the Toluca Valley region. The area includes several settlements and communities spread across a mountainous terrain with varied elevations.

The area was recognized by Spanish authorities in 1593 as San Juan Jiquipilco and gained municipal status in 1824. This evolution reflects the transition from colonial to modern Mexican administration.

The region maintains strong ties to its indigenous past through the presence of Otomi language speakers and traditional farming methods that shape daily life. These practices remain visible in the agricultural landscape and the way communities work the land today.

Visitors can explore several colonial-era haciendas such as Mañí, Nixiní, Santa Isabel, and Boximo scattered throughout the area. The hilly terrain makes it helpful to ask locally or hire a guide when venturing to smaller communities.

The name comes from Nahuatl meaning 'in the saddlebags', reflecting ancient connections to regional trade routes and transport ways. This sits at 2,657 meters elevation, shaping the area's alpine climate and plant life.