Popocatépetl & Iztaccíhuatl

Located 55 km (34 mi) from the city of Puebla. This beautiful place is a protected area due to the water and oxygen it supplies to nearby towns. Among the most impressive sights on the park's 26,500-hectare (65,455-acre) grounds are the Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl volcanoes, the second and third highest elevations in the nation, respectively. In the past, these places were popular destinations for mountain climbers, therefore you'll find lodges near the rims. While the craterless Iztaccíhuatl is dormant, the Popocatépetl is affectionately known so now it is a restricted area for climbing. Nevertheless, you can still enjoy a walk through the park's pine and Encino oak forests.