Huachinango

The zocalo (main city square) is a hectically peaceful oasis in the town's center, with fountains, topiary, shade tree, park benches, and vendors setting up food stands (especially on Sundays when local families flock to the city center). Arched portals on adjacent buildings house shops and sidewalk cafes.

16th century church and monastery built by the Augustinians, the church is dedicated to the town's patron saint. Famous for its painting of Jesus Christ lying buried in a cave after the crucifiction. The painting is said to have healing powers and many miracles are attributed to it. The church itself is very unusual with bare stone walls and open gabled ceilings in the main nave, though side chapels are more elaborately decorated with spectacular ceiling murals.

Modern church that preserves some elements of the original colonial era structure. One of the largest domes in Latin America. The interior is decorated with biblical scenes that reflect indigenous Mexican interpretations.

Urban park with open walkways, paved paths. Home of an interesting small museum about the clothing made and worn by indigenous groups in northern Puebla.

Nature retreat and cultural exhibits about the Huastec people, who inhabited the northern Gulf Coast region of Mexico.

Large reservoir with boating and fishing. Many lakeside restaurants on its shores. About 4 km north of town.

Another large reservoir and dam, this one known for being featured in the 1957 movie Tizoc, which won a Golden Globe and was the last film starring Pedro Infante. Though the film's story allegedly took place in Oaxaca, it was filmed in Huachinango. If you're a film buff, you can hire a local to show you the house, tree, and other places from movie scenes.

Protected natural area with 7 waterfalls and well-marked hiking trails (about 5km in length). Good spot for observing nature and bird watching. Lots of scenic spots including a swaying suspension bridge and a place where you can go behind one of the falls. Trails are easy to moderate. Free parking and food is available for sale.