In the mountains of Chiapas, a state in Mexico close to the Guatemalan border, lies a small community of Mexicans, indigenous Mayans, and folks from all over. The pictures of the town are scenic and even gorgeous. The picture above shows a sort of top down view from the stairs of a cathedral in the middle of town. I am not there yet, but I snatched this one online to give a sense of place.
I have been told that June and July are part of the rainy season down there. I expect to be drenched every afternoon as the sun starts to dip in the horizon. It should make for an interesting if not damp trip. I have been to Mexico a few times before and found the people of Cancun and Cozumel (off the beaten track), to be the some of the warmest and most hospitable people.
If you want to find out more information about San Cristobal try out these links:
For some general info and history
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/worldguide/mexico/san-cristobal-de-las-casas/
For some pictures of the area (including the one from above):
http://www.ease.com/~randyj/crisfoto.htm
For more pictures and a travel guide:
http://www.mexperience.com/guide/mexicophotos/sancristobaldelascasas.htm
Now the region of Chiapas has been the location of some strife for Mexico in the past few decades. One group, known as the Zapatistas, has received a great deal of global attention for their efforts in Chiapas. I would rather just post a link to information about them than trying to paraphrase a very complicated issue. Here tis:
http://flag.blackened.net/revolt/zapatista.html
A link to CASA, an organization dedicated to informing the public regarding the issues of the region:
http://www.chiapaspeacehouse.org/en
Anyways, enjoy the information...there will be more to come from within Mexico.
Adios Companeros!
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