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Paseo por Mexico Chignahuapan Kiosk

Chignahuapan Kiosk

Chignahuapan, Puebla

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The Chignahuapan kiosk dates back to the early 20th century, is made of fine wood and has a Mudejar style, being the only one in the country that is built 100% of wood. The unique kiosk is located in the town's main square, it is unique in Latin America and is supported by eight wooden pillars and has a fountain below the east side, which highlights the waning moon.

Municipality

Chignahuapan, which means Over the Nine Waters, is a city located in the northern part of the Mexican state of Puebla. It has architectural buildings such as the Church of the Lord Santiago Apóstol, built in the 16th century in the center of the town, and the largest in Latin America. , colonial buildings also stand. The most notable industry in the municipality is the production of Christmas spheres, made from blown glass. Among its main attractions are the Church of Our Lady of Health, the Hermitage, the Salto de Quetzalapan, the Cuautelolulco dam with the appearance of a Canadian lake, the Chignahuapan lagoon and various thermal bath resorts

Festivities

On July 25, religious and secular festivals in honor of Lord Santiago are held at the Regional Fair; the dances of "Los Segadores" are presented; "De los negritos", "Los Santiagos" and "Los Vaqueros". Pilgrims come cutting candles, floral offerings and banners; December 8 in honor of the Immaculate Conception is commemorated with masses, dances and rodeos.


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