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Municipality and town in Oaxaca, Mexico
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Santiago Apoala (sometimes called simply Apoala) is a town 2 hours north of Oaxaca city in Oaxaca (state). The town is mostly visited over the weekend from people from Oaxaca and is still under the radar for international tourists. The stunning waterfall and view of the canyon are the main attractions.
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The main attraction of the town. This beautiful waterfall drops in clear blue pool where you have the possibility to swim in the cold water.
Gruta Yavi Ko o Maa
Path to the left leads to a cave (guide will provide a flashligt) The path to the rights leads the canyon witj beautiful view.
Basic room with shared bathroom. Has no heater.
Community owned cabañas. Cosy place next to the river and the entrance of the canyon.
By public transport
You can take a collectivo from the center (Galeana 222) to Asunción Nochixtlán. Combis vans are leaving every half hour during the day. M$70 (Dec 2023).
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