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Where is Villahermosa, Mexico

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Villahermosa is the capital city of the Mexican state of Tabasco. It is located in the southeastern part of Mexico, near the Gulf of Mexico. Villahermosa is known for its lush greenery, as it is situated in a tropical region with a warm and humid climate. The city is an important cultural, economic, and administrative center in the state of Tabasco and is known for its oil and agricultural industries.

Villahermosa Location Map, Mexico

Facts about Villahermosa, Mexico

Country	Mexico
State	Tabasco
Region	Southern Mexico (Grijalva River Basin)
Municipal Seat	Villahermosa
Named After	Spanish term "Villa Hermosa" (beautiful town)
Established	1564
Municipality Status	1826
Coordinates	17.9892° N, 92.9475° W
Total Area	1,612 sq km
Land Area	1,612 sq km
Water Area	Minimal
Population (2020)	684,847
Population Rank	Largest city in Tabasco state
Major City	Villahermosa
Main Industries	Oil and Gas, Energy Services, Commerce, Government
Major Airport	Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International Airport (VSA)
Time Zone	Central Time (UTC-06:00)
Known For	Oil industry hub, museums, tropical rivers and lagoons
Website	https://www.villahermosa.gob.mx

Top Attractions in Villahermosa, Mexico

Parque Museo La Venta - open-air museum with Olmec sculptures and a zoo
Museo Regional de Antropología Carlos Pellicer Cámara - museum focused on regional archaeology
Laguna de las Ilusiones - scenic urban lagoon with walking paths and wildlife
Yumká Ecological Park - nature reserve with guided tours and native species
Plaza de Armas de Villahermosa - central square and historic meeting place
Catedral del Señor de Tabasco - prominent cathedral in the city center
Casa Museo Carlos Pellicer - former home of the famous poet and cultural figure
Tomás Garrido Canabal Park - large park for recreation and family activities
Planetario Tabasco 2000 - interactive science and astronomy center
Tabasco Park Dora María - major park hosting fairs and events

Distance from Villahermosa to Other Mexican Cities

Villahermosa to Cárdenas - 50 km (31 miles)
Villahermosa to Comalcalco - 55 km (34 miles)
Villahermosa to Paraíso - 75 km (47 miles)
Villahermosa to Palenque - 145 km (90 miles)
Villahermosa to Tuxtla Gutiérrez - 205 km (127 miles)
Villahermosa to Campeche - 380 km (236 miles)
Villahermosa to Veracruz - 600 km (373 miles)
Villahermosa to Oaxaca City - 510 km (317 miles)
Villahermosa to Puebla - 650 km (404 miles)
Villahermosa to Mérida - 550 km (342 miles)
Villahermosa to Cancún - 780 km (485 miles)
Villahermosa to Mexico City - 750 km (466 miles)

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