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Chachahuantla
Town
Panoramic of the town of Chachahuantla
Panoramic of the town of Chachahuantla
Country  Mexico
State Puebla
Municipality Naupan
Founded 1532
Municipal Status 19th century
Elevation
(of seat)
1,600 m (5,200 ft)
Population
 (2010) Municipality
 • Municipality 20,619
Time zone UTC-6 (CST)
Postal code (of seat)
73100

Chachahuantla is a town located in the municipality of Naupan, in the state of Puebla, Mexico. It's found in the northwest part of Puebla, which is a central state in Mexico. The town is part of the Sierra Norte region. This area is known for its steep mountains. Chachahuantla is also right next to the state of Hidalgo.

The people living in Chachahuantla speak two main languages: the ancient Nahuatl and Spanish.

Where is Chachahuantla?

Chachahuantla is nestled in the Sierra Norte de Puebla mountains. This means it's in a very hilly and beautiful part of Mexico. The town is located in the northwest of the state of Puebla. It's also very close to the border with the state of Hidalgo.

History of Chachahuantla

Chachahuantla has a long history. It was founded way back in 1532. This means the town has been around for almost 500 years! It officially became a municipality in the 19th century.

People and Culture

The people of Chachahuantla have a rich cultural heritage. Many residents speak Nahuatl, which is a language spoken by the Nahua people for centuries. They also speak Spanish, which is the official language of Mexico. In 2010, the municipality of Naupan, where Chachahuantla is located, had a total population of 20,619 people.

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