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The architectural complex is made up of the temple, the pilgrims' portal, the open chapel (destroyed), the convent, the cisterns and the orchard. The convent is entered by a staircase that is probably pre-Hispanic and the atrium by a door with three semicircular arches. The atrium is surrounded by a wall that has crenellated ends on one side and small arches that form niches on the other.
Cuautinchán is a municipality located in the central part of the Mexican state of Puebla, it is located about 35 km east of the state capital, it has important architectural constructions that serve as an attraction for visitors, such as the former Franciscan convent, a very important monument. An important part of the municipality is the former Franciscan convent, built in the 16th century and dedicated to Saint John the Baptist. It was designed by the Spanish architect Francisco Becerra, in a Renaissance style, on one side of the temple of San Juan Bautista there is a museum of religious art, in San Pedro Alpatlahua there is a river called "Río San Pedro" 5 km from the header, you can enjoy a journey through history.
Patronal festival in honor of the Divine Redeemer, which takes place from January 1st to 3rd, the feast of Saint John the Baptist is celebrated on June 24th, with processions, masses, rockets, prayers, mechanical games, fireworks and Mexican snacks. On November 1st and 2nd, the Day of the Dead is commemorated with offerings and floral arrangements.