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San Luis Potosi (state), Mexico
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Huasteca Potosina is in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. The Huasteca Potosina is part of the region called "la Huasteca" which includes parts of neighboring states. La Huasteca is the region historically occupied by the Huastec indigenous people, though today, the Huastec population is far smaller than it was at its peak. The Huasteca Potosina is a region known for its remote location and rugged terrain. It is an area that remains lightly populated with an enduring indigenous identity.
By bus
The two best gateway cities for the Huasteca Potosina would be Ciudad Valles or Xilitla.
By car
The Careterra Nacional (MEX 85) is the major north-south highway through the region. The highway can be used to drive from Mexico City or from the U.S. border.
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Ciudad Madero · Regional · TAM
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One of several towns in the heart of the Huastec, Aquismon is also the stepping off point to Sotano de las Golodrinas and the southern access to Cascada Tamul.
Largest city of the region and commercial and cultural center. It lies on the Old Pan-American Highway, the first paved road to traverse Mexico from north to south. Ciudad Valles is found in the wide valley between the first two ridges of the Sierra Madre.
The largest town in the Nahua region is on the Rio Moctezuma at the foot of the Sierra Madre.
Small town east of Ciudad Valles, site of two Huastec archaeological sites
Sir Edward James created the surrealistic Las Pozas here, but it required the ingenuity and work of local residents to carry out. The artistic tradition continues to grow as other artists are attracted to this village.
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