Arqueria del Padre Tembleque
We stopped here on a whim and ended up staying longer than planned—because, honestly, who builds a 16th-century aqueduct this epic? The walk down is easy and peaceful, and the arches are massive enough to…
1 / 5We stopped here on a whim and ended up staying longer than planned—because, honestly, who builds a 16th-century aqueduct this epic? The walk down is easy and peaceful, and the arches are massive enough to make you feel like an extra in an Indiana Jones movie.
Built by a Franciscan friar and a whole lot of hardworking locals, this stone masterpiece once carried water across 48 kilometers—and parts of it still do. Nearly 500 years later, it’s holding up better than most modern plumbing.
If you’re anywhere near Zempoala, pull over, stretch your legs, and enjoy the view. It’s history, engineering, and free cardio all in one stop.
