Overview
Ixcateopan de Cuauhtémoc is a small town of about 2,400 residents rich in indigenous traditions dating back to its founding in 350 AD as a Cohuixca and Chontal settlement. The town is alleged to be the final resting place of Cuahtemotzin (Cuahtemoc), the last emperor of the Aztec empire, with remains reportedly discovered beneath the altar of the 16th-century Parroquia de Santa María de la Asunción.
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Before you go
Accommodation
Only one hotel exists in town (Hotel Posada del Rey, M$600) with minimal amenities. Most visitors stay in Taxco for better options.
Connectivity
No connectivity information is provided in the article.
Safety
As a small, quiet town with minimal tourism infrastructure, general precautions apply but no specific safety concerns are documented.
Transport
Taxis from Taxco are the only practical way to reach Ixcateopan; the 50 km trip costs about M$200 one way. No public buses are documented.
