Tasquillo: Bridges, Architecture and Nature

If you’re looking for a hotel in Tasquillo, you can plan your stay around architectural history, local life or attractions throughout the municipality. In the town itself, Puente Viejo, the Parroquia de San Bernardino de Siena and Plaza Cívica each represent a different aspect of the town: bridge engineering, religious architecture and a public gathering place. Other points of interest take you to different parts of the municipality, such as Caltimacán or Juchitlán. This distinction can help you organize your hotel choice and planned activities without treating the town center and the municipality as one and the same.

Bridges and architectural history

Puente Viejo de Tasquillo was built in 1880 by English mining entrepreneur Ricardo Honey. This 19th-century structure has three limestone masonry arches and iron railings. Both the shape of the arches and the different building materials offer concrete clues to its construction.

Puente de Fierro offers a different point of reference in engineering. It lies within the municipality on the México–Nuevo Laredo highway and was built as a federal project during the presidency of Lázaro Cárdenas; it was designed by engineer Gerardo del Arenal. Its single-span metal structure is considered an example of the technological development of industry in the 20th century. Panoramic views, hiking, and its historic iron and wooden structures are among the reasons to visit. By comparison, Puente Viejo is defined by its three limestone masonry arches, while Puente de Fierro is distinguished by its single metal span.

Getting your bearings and community life

The Parroquia de San Bernardino de Siena is located in the municipal seat of Tasquillo and is a 17th-century Baroque landmark. Its architecture adds a historic accent to the townscape.

Plaza Cívica de Tasquillo serves as a gathering place for social, cultural, religious, commercial and historical activities. The plaza thus represents several facets of public life, not just one type of event.

The municipality celebrates the Fiesta in honor of San Bernardino de Siena every year on May 20. It includes religious, cultural and community activities. If your trip falls on this date, check the program in advance, as individual events may vary.

Museum and crafts

The Museo Momias Hñähñus de Caltimacán is located in the municipality of Tasquillo. It opened on December 15, 2022, and was included in the state museum network of Hidalgo’s Ministry of Culture in 2019. These dates mark two different milestones: inclusion in the museum network and the later opening.

The municipality’s crafts include handmade goods such as baskets, embroidered blouses, decorated candles, ayates, bags, hats, fans and brooms. Materials used include ixtle, manta cloth, reed, willow, beeswax, palm fibers and yarn. These examples show the wide range of goods and materials. If you’re interested in handicrafts, this offers a different way to experience the municipality than its architecture and historic sites.

Scenic attractions in the municipality

Presa Peña de la Escalera in Juchitlán is a natural attraction with a wide variety of plant and animal life. A dam was built on the Río Tula more than 400 years ago. The site combines natural features with a historical connection to the river.

La Peña Partida is located north of the town of Candelaria, within the municipality of Tasquillo. Two large branches of the river meet there. According to the municipal description, the formation is suitable for mountaineering. While Presa Peña de la Escalera is known for its plant and animal life and the old dam, La Peña Partida is defined by the river confluence and its suitability for mountaineering.

Getting there and planning your stay

From Pachuca, Federal Highway 85 México–Nuevo Laredo leads to Tasquillo. Check road conditions and the route before you set off. For trip planning, it’s also helpful to distinguish between the town of Tasquillo and other destinations in the municipality. If you’re looking for a hotel in Tasquillo, this can help you first determine whether your plans involve the town center or other parts of the municipality.

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For the broader travel overview: Hidalgo.