ARCHAEOLOGY

 

Near Villahermosa you?ll find various archaeological zones with Olmec and Mayan ruins.

 

La Venta ? Located 120 km (74 mi) west of Villahermosa, off Highway 180. This site has numerous examples of the monumental Olmec sculptures. Open daily from 8:00 to 4:30.

 

Comalcalco ? Located 91 km (56 mi) northwest of Villahermosa. To arrive at the site from Villahermosa, take Highway 180 to Highway 187. This archaeological zone was an ancient Mayan city. The structures here are made of bricks rather than the more commonly used stones. Open daily from 10:00 to 5:00.