Native Trails MyTrails 2026 289 Tabasco bodies its name, which unites the words “pez” (fish) and “lagarto” (lizard, alligator). In a combination with chili, lime and salt, the pejelagarto, which is mainly found in Tabasco, is used in a traditional meal. Besides the gar, the university does research on other, less spectacular fish species. It further has a herbarium and breeding stations for crocodiles, turtles, manatees, and parrots. 9 City tour Villahermosa Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Easy You will visit the city of Villahermosa, founded in the 16th century and now the capital of the state of Tabasco. Apart from the unusual, unfinished cathedral of the episcopal see, you will pass by the MUSEVI (Museo Elevado de Villahermosa), a museum for temporary exhibitions opened in 2011; it spans the main street of the city in the form of a boomerang and is a very interesting building architecturally. The redesigned historical center is a meeting place for young and old; the large plaza with the fountains along the Grijalva River and the pedestrian zone with beautifully restored façades testify to the new, oil-driven wealth. 10 Visit of the Anthropological Museum Carlos Pellicer Cámara Duration: 01:30 h · Level: Easy The Museo Regional de Antropología Carlos Pellicer Cámara is located on the west bank of the Río Grijalva and presents an impressive collection of pre-Columbian sculptures and pottery – particularly focussing on the Olmecs and the Zapotecs. In addition, you can also discover interesting artifacts from Teotihuacán and from the Totonac, Mixtec, Toltec, Mexican and Mayan cultures. The calendar stone that predicts the end of the world in 2012 is also located here. After being completely destroyed by flooding in 2007, the museum was newly built and opened again in August 2012. 11 Visit of the archaeological zone of Moral-Reforma Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Medium The character of the inland port of Moral-Reforma on the Río San Pedro Mártir was greatly influenced by its multiple trade relations of more than 900 years’ duration as well as its political links with, e.g., Palenque or Calakmul. This is reflected in the different styles of architecture that can be studied in new buildings and reconstructions. Structure no. 14 can be considered emblematic of this fascinating archaeological zone – a double pyramid that rises 24 m (79 ft.) above the ground and is well visible from afar. 12 Visit to Parque Estatal Agua Blanca Duration: 02:30 h · Level: Difficult The Parque Estatal Agua Blanca in Tabasco is a natural paradise with impressive limestone formations, lush tropical forests, and rich biodiversity. The Cascadas de Agua Blanca cascade over moss-covered rocks into crystal-clear pools, surrounded by diverse flora, including majestic chicozapote trees (Manilkara zapota) and fragrant bojón plants (Cordia alliodora). In the treetops, howler monkeys and colorful toucans can be seen, while ocelots are only occasionally spotted moving through the undergrowth. Along the damp rock walls, rare orchids such as the bright yellow Prosthechea citrina and Lueddemannia spp. cling to moss-covered trunks. Lush bromeliads and ferns decorate the branches, where hummingbirds flit in search of nectar. A special highlight is the Grutas Ixta-Ha, stunning caves with imposing stalactites and stalagmites that can be explored via illuminated pathways. 13 Visit to the archaeological area of Pomoná Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Medium Pomoná, situated at a strategic place near the Usumacinta River where the plains meet the mountains, was an independent city state in the 7th and 8th centuries. The place consisted of several subsettlements, each of which was located on a hill. All have not been explored yet. The pyramid of the northernmost settlement offers an excellent view of the entire site. The archaeological zone includes a museum, where you can get an idea of the various archaeological sites in the region. 14 Visit of the Los Álvarez Cheese Dairy Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Easy You visit the Álvarez family on their finca “Don Rodo” on the Usumacinta River. Since 1955, several generations of the family have manufactured mostly smoked cheese, but also other dairy products such as cream or butter. The excellent location of the cattle farm offers the best conditions to obtain high-quality raw materials for delicious products.
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