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Jalisco, Mexico
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Temacapulín is a small colonial-era town in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. People come to Temacapulin for the hot springs and thermal pools, as well as the historic downtown area with cobblestone streets and quiet plazas.
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18th century church in the center of town. Rustic stone construction with a prominent bell tower, long narrow nave.
Old Cemetery
The town's cemetery is set on a hill on the east side of town. The site offers sweeping views of the town, and is a good place to wander around, getting a feel for the town's storied past.
The town's main square is a pleasant park with brick-paved walkways, manicured gardens, and a large central bandstand (kiosco). It's a good place to relax and do some people watching.
Water park with 8 thermally heated pools including some soothing soaking pools and some family-oriented pools with water slides and kids attractions. Picnic area with palapa style shelters and an on-site restaurant and snack bar.
Basic sidewalk restaurant serving traditional Mexican dishes.
Traditional Mexican town hotel with basic services and amenities. Rooms have little more than a bed in them, not even a basic TV. Off-street parking available. On-site restaurant on the lower floor.
By bus
From Guadalajara, Autotransportes Mezcala operates second-class buses to Temacapulin. Buses leave from the Central Vieja (Old bus station), take about 2 hours, and cost about M$150.
By car
Temacapulin is about 1 hour 45 minutes (135 km northwest) from Guadalajara via federal highway MEX-80.
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