Archaeological Zone of Tzintzuntzan
The Archaeological Zone of Tzintzuntzan (another magical town of Mexico), more commonly known as the Yácatas , is one of the top destinations we recommend to our guests at Hotel Mansion Iturbe. Tzintzuntzan Pyramids Tzintzuntzan is a scant 18 kilometers (12 miles) from Patzcuaro . It’s an easy but scenic drive on Highway 120, with Lake Patzcuaro appearing intermittently to the west during the ride. View of Tzintzuntzan from las Yacatas pyramids You can’t miss the Yacatas to the east (to your right, driving from Patzcuaro ) as you approach Tzintzuntzan . Once at the site, you have a gorgeous panorama of Lake Patzcuaro and of the town of Tzintzuntzan . Lake Pátzcuaro panorama from las Yacatas in Tzintzuntzan The Yacatas were constructed on the hill Yahuarato for a good reason: High above the Lake, it gave the ancient townspeople an excellent vantage point, and made surprise attacks by enemies virtually impossible. View f...