Balancán, Municipal administrative division in Tabasco, Mexico.
The municipality of Balancán extends across the southeastern region of Tabasco state, bordered by rivers and agricultural lands that shape its territory.
The settlement originated in 1516 when Mayan groups from Chakán Putum, Lakam Há, and Tayasal established their presence in this strategic location.
The municipality preserves traditions through regular celebrations where residents present regional dances, music performances, and local culinary specialties.
The municipal government offices coordinate public services and administrative procedures for a population of 58,524 inhabitants spread across multiple communities.
The territory forms part of the Los Ríos subregion, characterized by its network of waterways that connect different settlements within the municipality.
GPS coordinates: 17.79752,-91.34586
Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:59
Palenque
82.1 km
Agua Azul
101.5 km
Toniná
122.2 km
Yaxchilan
107.7 km
Temple of the Inscriptions
82.2 km
Tomb of the Red Queen
841.2 km
Laguna de Términos
92.9 km
Palenque National Park
82.1 km
Piedras Negras
70.8 km
Zacatal Bridge
105.7 km
Aguada Fénix
20.8 km
La Corona
107.8 km
Misol Há
82.7 km
Cañón del Usumacinta
42.7 km
Puente de la Unidad
110 km
Pomoná
42.2 km
Moral Reforma
6 km
Plan de Ayutla
112.9 km
Zapote Bobal
123.7 km
Lebrela de Términos
106.5 km
Nahá-Metzabok Biosphere Reserve
97.3 km
Zona arqueológica de Yaxchilan
107.9 km
Temple Lord of Tila
23.3 km
Ferri El Naranjo
85.3 km
Ecomundo Park
79.3 km
Xicalango Lighthouse
109.5 km
Isla Aguada Lighthouse
110.9 kmReviews
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