Apatlaco

Apatlaco is a hamlet in Xochimilco, Mexico City and has about 95 residents and an elevation of 2,238 metres. Apatlaco is situated nearby to the hamlet Chililico, as well as near the neighborhood Barrio Caltongo.

Places of Interest

Highlights include Island of the Dolls and Chapel of San Juan Bautista, Xochimilco.

Island of the Dolls

Islet

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The Island of the Dolls is a chinampa of the Laguna de Tequila located in the channels of Xochimilco, south of the center of Mexico City, Mexico. A multitude of dolls of various styles and colors can be found throughout the island.

Chapel of San Juan Bautista, Xochimilco

Church

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Chapel of San Juan Bautista, Xochimilco is a church.

Museo Arqueológico de Xochimilco

Museum

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Museo Arqueológico de Xochimilco is a museum.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include San Gregorio Atlapulco and San Pedro Atocpan.

San Gregorio Atlapulco

Quarter

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San Gregorio Atlapulco is a neighbourhood located in the borough of Xochimilco in Mexico City, Mexico. San Gregorio Atlapulco is situated 3½ km east of Apatlaco.

San Pedro Atocpan

Village

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San Pedro Atocpan is one of the communities that make up the borough of Milpa Alta in Mexico City. This location is known for the preparation of mole sauce, which employs over 90% of the community and provides almost all of the sauce that is eaten in Mexico City. San Pedro Atocpan is situated 8 km southeast of Apatlaco.