This favorite weekend destination for people from mexico city is located in the peaceful Morelos State. It is Approximately one hour south of Mexico City. Oaxtepec is also known  as “The Heartland of Mexico”, this is a region of colonial town and history, whose residents lead quiet, largely traditional lives. Hiking and Walking is popular in the Oaxtepec area, with its rolling hills, farmland, rivers and surrounding Indian Villages. It is an area renowned for its folklore and folk crafts, specially ceramics and lacquer-ware.

One of the most pleasing aspects of the region is its climate. It rarely gets overly hot, even in the middle of summer, and although winter can get nippy, they are generally temperate. The rainy season is strongest in July and August.

Pre-Hispanic and colonial monuments are in the area, and cultural festivals and religious events abound. Oaxtepec main industry is tourism, mostly aimed at the inhabitants of nearby Mexico city, and the town possesses various aquatic Resorts and hotels. Tourism is welcomed in Oaxtepec and it’s an interesting area to tour by car.

Although the town of Oaxtepec is a very peaceful quiet place during the week, it gets pretty busy on weekends. The reason is because Oaxtepec has many beautiful houses, all with a swimming pool, where people from mexico city like to come with friends and family to get away from the hectic life in the city and enjoy the peacefulness of the place. You will find even more tourist during the holidays such as during the semana santa (holy week). If you are the kind of person that enjoy spending some time with family or friends just drinking, swimming, and eating, renting a house in Oaxtepec will work perfectly for you. Something else that you should know about the place is that you will also find delicious food in the local restaurants or nearby towns.