Puerto Chiapas

Mexico

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Puerto Chiapas, Mexico

Ancient Mayan ruins and lush tropical rainforest are home to the Chiapas region. Situated on the Pacific Coast in Southwestern Mexico, Puerto Chiapas serves as a small fishing and agricultural centre. The archaeological museum in nearby Tapachula exhibits artifacts excavated from the region.

What you NEED TO KNOW

  • Port Name & Location
    Puerto Chiapa Cruise Terminal
    Ship will DOCK at this port.
  • Time Zone
    CST (Central Standard Time)
    UTC/GMT -5 hours
  • Language
    The local language is Spanish. Say "how much does this cost?" in Spanish: "cuánto cuesta esto?"
  • Currency & Shopping
    Mexican Peso (MXN) US dollars widely accepted.
    • Famous For
      Journey into the Sierra Madre Mountains to discover one of the oldest coffee plantations in the region.
    • Fun Fact #1
      Visit the Regional Museum of Anthropology and History of the Soconusco and admire pieces from the Pre-Classic Maya period.
    • Fun Fact: Foodies
      Savour white sausages, sweet potato and quince sweets, fresh tamales made with Mexican pepper leaf, and rambutan, an exotic fruit originally from Asia.
    • Fun Fact: Landmarks
      Tacaná Volcano, the second highest peak in Central America, looms east of the port.

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