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# Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo Tours and Activities

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## Visit Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo

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#### With its spectacular ornamental church, two museums showing beautiful Mayan textiles and a bustling market, this spot in Chiapas is quite popular.

The Templo y Exconvento de Santo Domingo de Guzmán (Temple and Former Convent of Saint Domingo) is one of the most visited places by both locals and tourists in the picturesque city of San Cristóbal de las Casas. Marvel at an iconic symbol of Mexican colonial art and view beautiful traditional artworks and colorful weavings.

Dominican friars built this famous temple in the 16th century. Its spectacular façade is the main feature of the building and is one of the most adorned in Mexican churches. Discover the intricate details of this colonial-style construction and try to spot the many ornamental angels, saints and animals. Notice the elaborate fretwork resembling plants.

Walk inside the temple to appreciate the impressive carved oak pulpit covered with gold leaf. Browse the many valuable religious canvases and the several altarpieces, such as the baroque one dedicated to the Santísima Trinidad (Holy Trinity).

While you’re in the temple, be sure to visit the museums Centro de Textiles del Mundo Maya (Textile Center of the Mayan World) and Museo de los Altos de Chiapas (the Chiapas Highlands Museum). In the textile museum, a permanent exhibition features huipiles (sleeveless tunics), including a 1,000-year-old piece made from tree bark. Look for beautiful examples of handwoven textiles from México and Central America. In the Highlands Museum learn about the Spanish conquest and the evangelization of the region and discover remarkable archaeological relics. Pay a single fee to enter both museums.

Surrounding the Templo y Exconvento de Santo Domingo is a popular craft market full of traditional artworks and colorful weavings. Sna Jolobil (the Weaver’s House, in the Mayan language Tzotzil), one of the most successful artisan cooperatives in Latin America, is in a separate building, northwest of the market. The group is formed by more than 800 weavers from 20 different communities. Their main objective is to preserve Mayan art. Find beautiful original pieces, created with ancestral weaving techniques and using natural dying methods for wool and cotton.

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### HOTEL PLAZA 79

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CA $1,575

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Mar 6 - Mar 13

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9.4/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)

Great hotel , Great staff , Great service at the restaurant. Everything was fantastic and I’ll be back 100% Thank you, Hotel Plaza 79

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### Hotel Bo

Barrio de Mexicanos

CA $1,955

per person

Mar 6 - Mar 13

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YYZ) to Tuxtla Gutierrez (TGZ)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (285 reviews)

Our stay at Hotel Bo was incredible from start to finish. The level of service here was a breath of fresh air. Every single staff member we encountered, from the welcoming greeting at the door to the efficient check-in and the attentive cleaning staff was amazing. ​The hotel itself is a sanctuary. It is exceptionally calm, with beautiful gardens and a very pleasant, curated atmosphere (even the background music and soundscapes were perfect). Our room was incredibly comfortable and well-designed. ​A few highlights: ​The Food & Drinks: The restaurant is top-tier; every meal and cocktail was excellent. ​The Tours: We used the hotel’s drivers for trips to Sumidero Canyon and Palenque. They were professional, friendly, and made the long journeys seamless. ​The Staff: Unlike other places we’ve stayed, the team here truly makes you feel like a valued guest. ​If you are visiting San Cristóbal de las Casas, do not hesitate to stay here. It was one of the highlights of our trip!

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Barrio de Guadalupe

CA $1,691

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9.8/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)

The Hotel was very pretty, and relaxed. Just a suggestion; the receptionist needs to be at the desk all the time. We had a little issue, one our tours was so early at 4:00 am and the front door was locked. We did not find the receptionist and no one answer the phone. So we needed to talk with the driver about this and he was very nice and he came back for us. So I am giving 5 stars because we did not miss the trip.

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#### Mayan Textile Center

You can study the exhibits at Mayan Textile Center, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to San Cristóbal de las Casas. Wander around the gardens or experience the area's museums. 

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#### Mesoamerican Museum of Jade

Understand the importance that jade held in ancient Mesoamerican cultures at this fascinating museum, where you will find replica masks and jewelry.

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#### San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral

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#### Plaza 31 de Marzo

Join locals at the city’s main square where evening music, leafy trees and a plethora of impressive colonial buildings await.

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Spend a delightful morning perusing the myriad colorful stalls at the city’s famous outdoor crafts market. Buy some souvenirs to take home.

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