Tultitlán de Mariano Escobedo facts for kids
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Tultitlán de Mariano Escobedo
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View from Sierra de Guadalupe
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Location of Tultitlán in the State of Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State |  State of Mexico |
| Municipality | Tultitlán
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| Region | Tultitlán |
| Metro area | Greater Mexico City |
| Municipality Created | July 12, 1820 |
| Municipal Seat | Tultitlán de Mariano Escobedo |
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| • Type | Ayuntamiento |
| Area | |
| • Land | 69.15 km2 (26.70 sq mi) |
| • Water | 0.00 km2 (0 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 2,240 m (7,350 ft) |
| Population
(2020 Census)
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| • Total | 516,341 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Postal code (of seat) |
54900
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| Area code(s) | 55 |
| Demonym | Tultitlense |
Tultitlán de Mariano Escobedo is a large town in the State of México, Mexico. It is the main town of the Tultitlán municipality. The town is close to the northern part of Mexico City. It is part of the larger Greater Mexico City area.
The name "Tultitlán" comes from the Náhuatl language. It means "among the tule plants," which are a type of reed. The part "de Mariano Escobedo" was added in 1902. This was to honor a general named Mariano Escobedo. He fought in important wars for Mexico.
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History of Tultitlán City
Ancient Discoveries and Early Settlements
Scientists have found bones of mammoths and other ancient animals here. These discoveries started in 1991. This area is very important because it shows that people lived here a very long time ago. It might be one of the oldest places where humans settled in the Americas.
Around 400 BC, people in Tultitlán made ceramic pottery. Later, from 200 to 750 AD, people from Teotihuacan lived here. They were mostly farmers. They also made things like baskets and rope.
Toltec Influence and the City's Founding
Between 850 and 1110 AD, people who spoke Náhuatl and Otomis lived in this area. During this time, the powerful Toltec empire ruled from their city of Tula.
The city of Tultitlán was officially started by the Tepaneca people in 1356. Its first leader, called a tlatoani (which means chief), was Cuauhtzinteuctli. He began his rule in 1408. The last tlatoani of Tultitlán died in 1519. This was due to measles, a disease brought by the Spanish.
Spanish Arrival and Modern Growth
After the Spanish took over Mexico, the land was divided into big farms called haciendas. Tultitlán became part of the area controlled by Tacuba. In 1605, the village got its own church area, called a parish. In 1645, a special image of San Antonio de Padua arrived. He became the town's patron saint.
Tultitlán stayed a small village for a long time. In 1969, it was named a town. Then, in 1997, it officially became a city. In 2010, the city had a population of 31,936 people.
Important Places in Tultitlán City
Historic Churches and Chapels
There are several old and beautiful buildings to see in Tultitlán.
- The Temple of San Lorenzo was built in the 1500s. It has been changed and added to over many years.
- The Temple of San Antonio de Padua was started in the 1700s. It was finished in the 1900s.
- The Chapel of the Holy Cross (Capilla de la Santa Cruz) might have been built in the 1600s. It is now part of the new city hall building.
The Ancient Cypress Tree
In the center of the city, there is a very old cypress tree. This tree is called an ahuehuete. It is at least 250 years old!
About the Tultitlán Municipality
Communities and Population
The city of Tultitlán is the main center for the whole municipality. A municipality is like a county. It includes many other communities. Some of the biggest communities are Buenavista, San Pablo de las Salinas, and Fuentes del Valle.
In 2010, the total population of the municipality was 524,074 people. Tultitlán is special because it has two communities with over 100,000 people. These are Buenavista and San Pablo de las Salinas. It also has three communities with over 70,000 people (adding Fuentes del Valle). And it has four communities with over 30,000 people (adding Tultitlán de Mariano Escobedo itself).
Towns and Villages in Tultitlán
Here are the main communities in the municipality and their populations from the 2020 Census:
| Name | 2020 Census Population |
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| Buenavista | 216,776 |
| San Pablo de las Salinas | 157,998 |
| Fuentes del Valle | 82,274 |
| Tultitlán de Mariano Escobedo | 30,929 |
| Ampliación San Mateo (Colonia Solidaridad) | 19,460 |
| Colonia Lázaro Cárdenas (Los Hornos) | 4,473 |
| Sierra de Guadalupe | 2,778 |
| Ejido de San Antonio Tultitlán | 674 |
| Las Chinampas | 453 |
| Paraje San Pablito | 324 |
| El Cerrito (La Capilla) | 5 |
| Total Municipality | 516,341 |
Geography and Climate
The Tultitlán municipality was created in 1820. It has two parts that are not connected. The larger part, where the main city is, borders several other municipalities and a part of Mexico City. The smaller part, which includes San Pablo de las Salinas, borders different municipalities. The total area of the municipality is about 71.1 square kilometers (27.45 sq mi).
The area has a subtropical climate because of its high altitude. This means it has rainy and dry seasons. The land is divided into two main areas: flat plains and the La Sierra de Guadalupe mountain range. This mountain range is a protected ecological park.
| Climate data for Tultitlán (Presa Guadalupe; 1951–2010) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 29.5 (85.1) |
30.0 (86.0) |
35.0 (95.0) |
34.5 (94.1) |
37.0 (98.6) |
33.0 (91.4) |
33.5 (92.3) |
29.0 (84.2) |
29.0 (84.2) |
29.0 (84.2) |
29.0 (84.2) |
29.5 (85.1) |
37.0 (98.6) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 21.7 (71.1) |
23.3 (73.9) |
26.0 (78.8) |
27.1 (80.8) |
26.9 (80.4) |
25.4 (77.7) |
23.7 (74.7) |
23.8 (74.8) |
23.0 (73.4) |
22.6 (72.7) |
22.4 (72.3) |
21.6 (70.9) |
24 (75) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 12.7 (54.9) |
14 (57) |
16.4 (61.5) |
17.9 (64.2) |
18.4 (65.1) |
18.3 (64.9) |
17.4 (63.3) |
17.4 (63.3) |
17.0 (62.6) |
15.6 (60.1) |
14.2 (57.6) |
13.1 (55.6) |
16.0 (60.8) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 3.7 (38.7) |
4.7 (40.5) |
6.8 (44.2) |
8.8 (47.8) |
9.9 (49.8) |
11.3 (52.3) |
11.1 (52.0) |
11.0 (51.8) |
10.9 (51.6) |
8.5 (47.3) |
6.0 (42.8) |
4.5 (40.1) |
8.1 (46.6) |
| Record low °C (°F) | −5.5 (22.1) |
−4.5 (23.9) |
−3.0 (26.6) |
1.0 (33.8) |
4.0 (39.2) |
4.0 (39.2) |
5.5 (41.9) |
4.5 (40.1) |
2.5 (36.5) |
−0.5 (31.1) |
−2.5 (27.5) |
−5.0 (23.0) |
−5.5 (22.1) |
| Average rainfall mm (inches) | 7.1 (0.28) |
8.0 (0.31) |
11.2 (0.44) |
24.7 (0.97) |
55.5 (2.19) |
125.4 (4.94) |
143.3 (5.64) |
140.6 (5.54) |
121.7 (4.79) |
57.7 (2.27) |
9.8 (0.39) |
5.4 (0.21) |
710.4 (27.97) |
| Average rainy days (≥ 0.1 mm) | 1.6 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 5.6 | 9.8 | 14.3 | 18.7 | 18.0 | 14.9 | 8.1 | 2.8 | 1.8 | 100.6 |
| Source: Servicio Meteorológico Nacional | |||||||||||||
Economy and Jobs
Tultitlán is a source of building materials like stone. Some farming still happens, growing corn, alfalfa, and fruit trees. However, more and more land is being used for buildings and cities.
Today, most jobs are in industry. Factories here make chemicals, cardboard boxes, plastics, and different types of metal products.
The June Festival: A Celebration of San Antonio
Festival Traditions and Fun
One of the most exciting events in Tultitlán is the San Antonio Local Festival. It happens every year on June 14th. People from all around Tultitlán gather near the town's church. They come to celebrate San Antonio de Padua, the saint who the town is named after.
During the festival, a statue of the saint is carried through the streets. People follow along with musicians. The festival actually starts earlier in June and lasts for almost a month!
Food, Crafts, and Entertainment
At the festival, you can see many interesting things. There's traditional pottery from the region. You can also find handmade crafts from other parts of Mexico. Every night, beautiful fireworks light up the sky.
The center of the plaza is a great place to find traditional food. You can try quesadillas, pambazos, tlacoyos, huaraches, and tacos. There's also baked bread and barbacoa (slow-cooked meat). For snacks, you might find strawberries with cream or fried sausages. Don't forget the many traditional candies like cocada and alegría!
Animals at the Festival
As you walk through the festival, you'll find a special area with farm animals. Many visitors stop here to look at sheep, turkeys, chickens, pigs, and even cows. You can even buy a new pet for a low price! Just make sure you have enough space for it at home.
Images for kids
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View from Sierra de Guadalupe
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Location of Tultitlán in the State of Mexico
See also
In Spanish: Tultitlán de Mariano Escobedo para niños
