Malpaís de Nealtican, Volcanic terrain in Tianguismanalco Municipality, Mexico
The Malpaís de Nealtican spreads across 42.6 square kilometers of volcanic rock formations, rising 50 meters above the surrounding valley in Puebla state.
The volcanic deposits originated from a Popocatépetl eruption 2100 years ago, leading to the formation of this distinctive igneous rock landscape.
The local population maintains forest management traditions through the Municipal Forest Guard, established in 2014 to protect natural resources and conduct environmental education.
Multiple trails cross through the volcanic terrain, enabling visitors to climb Teteolotitla peak and observe the native wildlife including hummingbirds and mountain rabbits.
The soil composition of sand and lithosol creates conditions unsuitable for agriculture, preserving the natural pine-oak forest amid intensive farming regions.
Location: Tianguismanalco Municipality
GPS coordinates: 19.02425,-98.46228
Latest update: April 2, 2025 22:36
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