Surrounded by forests, Villa del Carbón is considered one of the most beautiful towns in the State of Mexico, known as "the gateway to the province" for its colonial atmosphere, beautiful cobblestone streets and an enviable ecotourism offering. The history of this town begins in the year 200 BC when it was occupied by the Otomíes and was known as Nñontle (meaning ‘Cima del Cerro’ or ‘Top of the Hill´). At that time, it formed a region called Chiapan and Xilotepec that would later be under Aztec control. In 1713, it was separated from Chiapan and given the name by which it is known today. Leather products stands as one of this Magical Town’s main traditions: shoes, vests, jackets, boots, dresses, purses, bags and belts can be found throughout the town. The town has some attractions such as Plaza Hidalgo where the life of this small place thrives; as well as the Church of the Virgin of the Rock of France, which was brought in the eighteenth century by the Spanish from Salamanca. Only an hour and a half from Mexico City, it is a destination that’s easy to access and difficult to forget.
Surrounded by forests, Villa del Carbón is considered one of the most beautiful towns in the State of Mexico, known as "the gateway to the province" for its colonial atmosphere, beautiful cobblestone streets and an enviable ecotourism offering. The history of this town begins in the year 200 BC when it was occupied by the Otomíes and was known as Nñontle (meaning ‘Cima del Cerro’ or ‘Top of the Hill´). At that time, it formed a region called Chiapan and Xilotepec that would later be under Aztec control. In 1713, it was separated from Chiapan and given the name by which it is known today. Leather products stands as one of this Magical Town’s main traditions: shoes, vests, jackets, boots, dresses, purses, bags and belts can be found throughout the town. The town has some attractions such as Plaza Hidalgo where the life of this small place thrives; as well as the Church of the Virgin of the Rock of France, which was brought in the eighteenth century by the Spanish from Salamanca. Only an hour and a half from Mexico City, it is a destination that’s easy to access and difficult to forget.
