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Faustino Miranda Botanical Garden

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Faustino Miranda Botanical Garden is a living museum of Chiapas's flora, set on a hillside in Tuxtla Gutiérrez. The garden features collections of orchids, bromeliads, cacti, and medicinal plants arranged along winding paths. A highlight is the palm collection and a small greenhouse with tropical species. The garden is named after a noted botanist and serves as a research and conservation center. Visitors enjoy a quiet, educational stroll with views of the city and the Sumidero Canyon in the distance, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers.

Don't miss

  • Explore the orchid collection with dozens of native species.
  • Walk the cactus and succulent trail for arid-zone plants.
  • Relax at the mirador overlooking Tuxtla Gutiérrez and the canyon.

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Ways to visit Faustino Miranda Botanical Garden

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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