The Chiapas Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) reports dynamism in the meetings sector following the impact of the pandemic. The sector has seen a 60% rebound from January to date, with 31 events already attended and nine already confirmed for 2026 and 2027, primarily in the medical sector. This was stated in an interview by […]
Women and children are the main victims of domestic violence in Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
Between January 1 and August 31, 2025, the Chiapas State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) opened 195 investigation files in Tuxtla Gutiérrez related to crimes against the family. Of these, 146 correspond specifically to the crime of domestic violence, representing 74.87% of the total recorded in the capital of Chiapas. These figures confirm Tuxtla Gutiérrez as […]
Chiapas’ tourism sector is gearing up for events and conventions
The Chiapas Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) reports dynamism in the sector meetings following the impact of the pandemic. The sector has seen a 60% rebound from January to date, with 31 events already attended and nine already confirmed for 2026 and 2027, primarily in the medical sector. This was stated in an interview by […]
Day of the Dead in Chiapas: syncretism and tradition in the jungle
Learn about the mysticism, rituals, and cemeteries of Chiapas What is the Day of the Dead like in Chiapas? In southeastern Mexico, where the mists of the jungle intertwine with ancient history, Chiapas holds one of the most authentic and moving encounters with death in the entire country. The Day of the Dead, known in […]
LGBTIQ+ mayor of Suchiate, Chiapas, reports extortion attempt
The mayor of Suchiate, Chiapas, Elmer Vázquez Gallardo, a member of the LGBTIQ+ community, reported that he was the victim of an extortion attempt over a private video that was recently shared on social media. In a statement, the mayor explained that he was asked for a large sum of money to keep the recording […]
San Cristobal closes the festivities of the Virgin of Mercy
With their colorful outfits and exaggerated costumes, the famous “panzudos” (big-bellied) people said goodbye this year, dancing for the last time in the church square, marking one of the most anticipated moments for those attending. Gunpowder lit up the night with the traditional burning of bulls, while the sky sparkled and the atmosphere filled with […]
Storm wreaks havoc in San Cristóbal: Dozens of homes damaged and more than 10 cars swept away
This Friday afternoon, San Cristóbal de Las Casas experienced heavy rains that caused significant damage in several areas of the city, primarily in the northern part. The Heroic Fire Department reported that 50 homes have been affected and 10 vehicles trapped in streets that have become rivers and streams. Civil Protection personnel joined the rescue […]
La Catrina Café-Cultubar celebrates its 18th anniversary!
Come celebrate the 18th anniversary of La Catrina Café-Cultubar in San Cristóbal de las Casas! The party lasts three days with live performances by great bands and local artists. Don’t miss this celebration full of music and culture. THURSDAY 25TH: Mashband FRIDAY 26TH: StereocosmosLomaltok SATURDAY 27TH: Beto BerzerkPaco Castro & Julio Láudano Free admission! We […]
In Chiapas, regions affected by rains receive humanitarian assistance
In different regions of Chiapas, humanitarian assistance efforts have begun for people affected by the rains of Tropical Wave 33 in the state. Work Begins to Open Roads Closed by LandslidesIn municipalities of the Sierra de Chiapas, the removal of debris, earth, and mud that had blocked access to several rural roads and prevented humanitarian […]
Mexico ignores the UN: Claudia Sheinbaum’s government keeps the Cancuc Five (Chiapas) prisoners.
Despite strong international denunciations, the new government of Claudia Sheinbaum continues to imprison five Tseltal defenders from San Juan Cancuc, Chiapas, in a case that has been described as a serious human rights violation. On September 3, 2025, in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, human rights groups, family members, and Indigenous organizations held a press conference to denounce […]