Ocotlán, Tlaxcala facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ocotlán
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Basilica of Ocotlán
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 Ocotlán, Tlaxcala
Location in Tlaxcala
Ocotlán, Tlaxcala
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State | Tlaxcala |
| Municipality | Tlaxcala |
| Elevation | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) |
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| • Total | 22,082 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| Postal code |
90100
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| Area code(s) | 246 |
Ocotlán is a city in the Mexican state of Tlaxcala. Its name comes from the Nahuatl word ocotl, which means "pine tree." So, Ocotlán means "place of pines." This city is located right in the middle of Tlaxcala state. It is part of the larger urban area around the state capital, Tlaxcala de Xicohténcatl.
A Special Place: The Basilica of Ocotlán
One of the most famous buildings in Ocotlán is the Basilica of Ocotlán. This beautiful church is a very important site for Roman Catholic pilgrims. People travel from far away to visit it. The Basilica is dedicated to the Virgin of Ocotlán. This dedication comes from a special event that happened in 1541. It is believed that the Virgin Mary appeared there.
Population and Size
Ocotlán is a busy city. In 2005, a count of the population was done. This count is called a census. The census showed that Ocotlán had 22,082 people living there. This makes Ocotlán the biggest city in the Tlaxcala municipality. It is even larger than the state capital itself. The capital city, Tlaxcala de Xicohténcatl, had 15,777 people in 2005.
Images for kids
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Basilica of Ocotlán
See also
In Spanish: Ocotlán (Tlaxcala) para niños
