ARCHAEOLOGY

In Toluca?s surrounding areas there are various archaeological sites with ruins of pre-Hispanic settlements, such as those of the Matlazincas, Teotihuacanas and Toltecas. As you tour these zones you?ll discover the grandeur of these ancient indigenous societies.

Calixtlahuaca. Located 10 km (6.2 mi) northeast of Toluca, off Highway 55. This site was occupied by the Matlatzinca people, however various structures, such as Ehecatl-Quetzalcoatl and Tlaloc, have elements of Teotihuacana and Tolteca architecture. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 5:00.

Teotenango. Located 20 km (12 mi) southeast of Toluca, off Highway 55. This site was inhabited by the Matlatzincas and its name means sacred wall. It is one of the most important ancient ceremonial centers in the region. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 5:00.

Malinalco. Located 77 km (48 mi) southeast of Toluca, off Highway 4. This site was an ancient Matlatzinca settlement annexed by the Aztec empire in 1476. Its most important structure is the Casa de los Guerreros Aguila y Jaguar. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 5:00.