HISTORICAL ARCHITECTURE

In Tuxtla Gutierrez you can marvel at eclectic neocolonial buildings, the dominant architectural style of the majority of the region?s important edifices.

Catedral de San Marcos (Cathedral). Located between Av. Central Oriente and Calle Central Sur. This apsidal colonial construction features a barrel vault ceiling and three towers. The large tower has a German carillon that rings while figurines of the 12 apostles emerge above. Open daily from 8:00 to 2:00 and 3:00 to 7:00.

Antiguo Palacio de Gobierno. Located between Av. Central Oriente and Calle Central Norte. This eclectic neocolonial construction, with its main entrance on one of the building?s corners, has a balcony where you?ll see the coat of arms of the state of Chiapas.