The Colonial Comitan, Pueblo Mágico, heir to ancient indigenous settlements, was founded by the Dominicans shortly after the arrival of the Spanish to the Llanos region in the 16th century. The city of Comitán was the cradle of the independence of Chiapas and Central America, and also the place of origin of men and women who have made great contributions to the country's culture, such as the civil hero of Mexico, Belisario Domínguez or Rosario Castellanos, one of the greatest writers in Mexico.
Due to its traditional architecture of houses with roofs and neoclassical, colonial and viceregal touches, its climate, flowery patios, luminous horizons next to Mayan temples and magnificent colonial churches, its elaborate gastronomy and cultural activity, gave it the name of Magic Town, from 2012. This area has unique beauty in the country.
To speak of Comitan is to speak of a city full of color, tradition and flavor; there are so many aspects of the traditional Comitan that we can enjoy: its delicious and varied cuisine, the legends, the vernacular architecture and the warmth of its people, which make this destination a delight. Here we mention what you should not miss when visiting this city:
With a strong personality that reflects the meeting of two roots, the autochthonous and the Spanish, are the strong culinary characteristics of the famous Comitan de las Flores.
Live the gastronomic experience and do not miss the following recommendations:
Comitán de las Flores, a city with a colonial charm, rich in history and an indigenous mix that makes it special and enjoying a great climate throughout the year.
Here we mention some of the options:
TTake the Tuxtla Gutiérrez - San Cristóbal 190 highway, this is a toll road, continue to Teopisca, Amatenango del Valle until the City of Comitán de Domínguez itself
Note:On this road you go through 1 toll booth (Chiapa de corzo) and the cost ranges between $ 53.00 and $ 75.00 pesos).
Kilometers traveled: 149 km Approximate time: 2 hr.