Omitlán de Juárez, Mountain municipality in Hidalgo, Mexico.
Located at an elevation of 2,494 meters, Omitlán de Juárez covers 110 square kilometers of mountainous terrain with peaks including Cerro Gordo and Cerro del Gallo.
The municipality of Omitlán de Juárez was established on August 8, 1865, and later added Juárez to its name to honor Mexican President Benito Juárez García.
The name Omitlán originates from Nahuatl language, combining 'ome' meaning two and 'tlan' meaning place, representing the indigenous heritage of the region.
The municipality maintains a population of 9,295 residents across 32 localities, with San Antonio el Paso being the most populated settlement in the region.
The territory features distinct geological formations of extrusive igneous rocks, including intermediate volcanic breccia andesite and acid tuff throughout the landscape.
Location: Hidalgo
Capital city: Omitlán de Juárez
Elevation above the sea: 2,493.97 m
GPS coordinates: 20.16861,-98.64778
Latest update: March 6, 2025 22:05
Hidalgo state showcases geological formations, ancient ruins, and colonial architecture. The region features basalt columns, thermal springs, caves, and national parks. Historical sites include Toltec warrior statues, silver mining towns, and UNESCO heritage aqueducts. Natural attractions range from wetlands and lakes to marble formations and mountain forests.
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La Dificultad Mine Museum
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Site Museum and Interpretation Center Mina La Difficulty
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Edificio de las Cajas Reales
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Saint Francis Theater
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