Mexico Cities and Towns that Start with H

Below is the list of cities and towns in Mexico whose name begins with the letter H. You will also find some general information about each of them.

City/TownStatePopulation
HermosilloSonora936,000
Hidalgo del ParralChihuahua118,000
HecelchakánCampeche10,000
Huejutla de ReyesHidalgo46,000
Huajuapan de LeónOaxaca56,000
HuamantlaTlaxcala55,000
HuejotzingoPuebla33,000
Huiloapan de CuauhtémocVeracruz9,000
Huasca de OcampoHidalgo5,000
HuatabampoSonora33,000

Hermosillo

Hermosillo is the capital and largest city of the state of Sonora, located in northwestern Mexico. The name is believed to be derived from the Spanish word “hermoso,” meaning beautiful. Hermosillo is a major industrial and agricultural center, known for its production of cars, electronics, and cattle ranching. It is also known for its warm climate and proximity to the Gulf of California.

Hidalgo del Parral

Hidalgo del Parral, often referred to simply as Parral, is a historic city in the state of Chihuahua. The name honors Miguel Hidalgo, a key figure in Mexico’s independence movement. Parral was a significant mining town during the colonial era, known for silver extraction. Today, it retains much of its colonial charm and is known for its cultural festivals and historic landmarks.

Hecelchakán

Hecelchakán is a small town in the state of Campeche, located in the Yucatán Peninsula. The name is of Mayan origin, meaning “resting place of the savannah.” Hecelchakán is known for its traditional Mayan culture and architecture, with several historical churches and colonial-era buildings.

Huejutla de Reyes

Huejutla de Reyes is located in the Huasteca region of the state of Hidalgo. The name “Huejutla” comes from the Nahuatl words “huexotl” (willow tree) and “tlan” (place), meaning “place of willows.” It is known for its vibrant indigenous culture and annual Xantolo (Day of the Dead) celebrations, which are some of the most elaborate in the region.

Huajuapan de León

Huajuapan de León is a city in the Mixteca region of Oaxaca. The name comes from the Nahuatl “huaxin” (gourd) and “apan” (river), meaning “river of gourds.” The city is known for its rich cultural heritage, Mixtec traditions, and its annual “Festival de la Canción Mixteca,” celebrating the region’s music and history.

Huamantla

Huamantla is located in the state of Tlaxcala and is known for its traditional artisanal crafts, including the making of colorful carpets and tapestries. The name comes from the Nahuatl words “cuauh” (eagle) and “mantla” (place), meaning “place of the eagles.” Huamantla is famous for its “La Noche que Nadie Duerme” (The Night No One Sleeps), part of its annual feria.

Huejotzingo

Huejotzingo is a town in the state of Puebla, known for its rich history and traditional Carnival celebration. The town’s name comes from the Nahuatl “huexotl” (willow tree) and “tzinco” (small), meaning “place of small willows.” It is also recognized for its historical significance as one of the first places where Catholic missionaries built churches after the Spanish conquest.

Huiloapan de Cuauhtémoc

Huiloapan de Cuauhtémoc is a small town in the state of Veracruz. Its name pays homage to the last Aztec emperor, Cuauhtémoc, and the name “Huiloapan” is derived from the Nahuatl word “huiloa,” meaning “to fly” or “to flee.” The town is known for its picturesque landscapes and historical significance in the Mexican War of Independence.

Huasca de Ocampo

Huasca de Ocampo is a picturesque town in the state of Hidalgo, located near the state capital, Pachuca. It is known as Mexico’s first “Pueblo Mágico,” or magical town, due to its charming atmosphere, colonial-era buildings, and natural attractions like the Basaltic Prisms, which are unique rock formations. The town’s name comes from the Nahuatl word “huascazaloyam,” meaning “place of the giant oaks.”

Huatabampo

Huatabampo is a coastal city in southern Sonora, near the border with Sinaloa. The name comes from the Cahita language, meaning “willow in the water.” The city is known for its beautiful beaches, fishing industry, and as the birthplace of Álvaro Obregón, a former Mexican president and key figure in the Mexican Revolution.

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