Customs of indigenous villages of Chiapas

I grew up with the traditions and legends of indigenous and mestizo peoples of Chiapas, where I come from. I learned them from my grandparents, parents and later, during my university career, I delved into diferent historical and social aspects. I also lived a historical moment in my town, witnessing the armed revolution of the EZLN (Zapatistas).
My passion for traditions and legends continues to be more and more alive and I enjoy sharing it with visitors from Chiapas. I have shared it for 10 years, receiving very positive comments.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Zinacantan, Zinacantan, Southern Mexico

Our tour begins with a visit to the cemetery, located at 2,700 m high with a spectacular view. Here, the guide will introduce you to the Aztec origins of Zinacantan, their beliefs about death and the legend of the Virgin of Guadalupe.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Iglesia de San Lorenzo, Zinacantan Mexico

The guide will give you explanations about the fusion of prehispanic religion with the catholic, symbolism and significance of this indigenous culture of Azteca origins. Don;t miss the legend of a Jaguar!

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Domicilio Conocido S/N, Centro C.P. 29350 Zinacantan, Chiapas, Zinacantan 29350 Mexico

We will visit a local family of artisans: try to make tortilla by hand and guacamole which then will make a part of our breakfast. Try on the traditional costume and learn about textile production.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Cementerio de San Juan Chamula, Cerca del Templo de San Sebastian, San Juan Chamula 29320 Mexico

The guide will tell you about the tradition of the Day of the Dead in the Mexican culture and beliefs of this Tzotzil people of Chamula and its Mayan origins.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Church of St. Juan Bautista, Plaza Central, San Juan Chamula 29320 Mexico

The church of Chamula is the main reason to visit the village: inside, you will enter the magic and sacred world of rituals of indigenous people of Chamula that you will not see anywhere else. your guide will explain you the symboism and significance of the rituals so you can understand the magic of what you see.

Duration: 45 minutes