La fotografía muestra una pieza que, aun siendo pequeña, guarda un universo de historia: una punta tallada en obsidiana, la piedra negra que nuestros pueblos originarios consideraban sagrada.

No es simplemente un objeto… es un testigo silencioso del ingenio, la fuerza y la espiritualidad de quienes caminaron antes que nosotros.

La obsidiana nace del fuego del volcán, del encuentro entre la tierra y el calor profundo de la madre naturaleza. De ahí su brillo, su energía y su carácter indomable. En las manos de un guerrero o de un artesano ancestral, esta piedra se transformaba en herramienta, en arma, en espejo espiritual, en símbolo de poder y protección.

Al observar esta punta, es fácil imaginar las manos que la tallaron hace generaciones:

golpe a golpe, fragmento a fragmento, siguiendo un conocimiento transmitido de padres a hijos.

Una técnica que no solo moldeaba la piedra, sino también el vínculo con la tierra y la identidad del pueblo.

Para los tlalankannos, para los guerreros nativos y para todas las comunidades que honran su linaje, la obsidiana no es únicamente un material:

es memoria,

es espíritu,

es raíz.

Sostener una pieza como esta es sostener un pedazo de historia viva.

Nos recuerda que somos parte de una cadena que no se rompe, que la fuerza de los ancestros nos acompaña, y que su sabiduría sigue presente en cada piedra, cada ritual y cada legado cultural.

En tiempos donde la modernidad intenta borrar lo antiguo, estas piezas nos llaman a mirar hacia atrás, a honrar lo que somos y a caminar hacia adelante con orgullo, con fuego interior y con la guía de aquellos que, a través de la obsidiana, aún nos observan.

Somos raíces profundas.

Somos historia viva.

Somos TLALANKANN.

The Tlalancaleca Codex, written in 1550 with characteristics of the Nahuatl language and translated on September 17, 1865, by Don José María Cordero, states that the Church of Saint Matthias was founded in 1550, and its appointed overseers were Juan Cerón, Diego de Sabana, Diego Méndez, and Felipe Hernández.

During the colonial period, the town—like many others—suffered under imperialist despotism. In 1910, Don Sabino Díaz led the people in armed revolt; following his example, Don Santo Hernández and Don Rufino Macías also rose up, and through their actions achieved the rank of generals. Don Sabino was assassinated on the slopes of the Iztaccíhuatl volcano in 1917. The community was established as a Free Municipality on April 15, 1926.

Tlalankann opens its doors to the world. Born from a personal vision and shaped by heritage, it now offers a unique space for global guests seeking meaningful experiences. We invite you to discover our land, connect with our mission, and join us in creating a place where culture, community, and inspiration come together.

. Ancient stones like these still speak — and at La Pedrera Tlalankann, we simply listen.

This knowledge belongs to all of us, and sharing it helps this sacred, untouched site rise again like a phoenix.

If you’d like to know more, visit our website in the Blog section — and feel free to share it with colleagues, friends, and anyone who loves history and mystery:

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Archaeologists Who Have Studied La Pedrera – A Clear Summary

La Pedrera, located in San Matías Tlalancaleca (Puebla), has attracted the attention of several archaeological teams over the years. Their work has revealed that this area holds one of the earliest and most important pre-Hispanic settlements in Central Mexico.

✔ Who Has Studied the Site?

• Early research was led by German archaeologists Hanns J. Prem, Ursula Dyckerhoff, and Günter Miehlich.

• Mexican researchers Jorge Ángulo and Ángel García Cook later documented pyramidal structures, platforms, and ancient habitations.

• More recent studies involve international collaboration through the Proyecto Arqueológico Tlalancaleca, including Japanese archaeologist Shigeru Kabata and other university teams.

✔ What They Have Found

Archaeologists have identified:

• Over 20 pyramidal structures

• Dozens of ceremonial platforms

• Hundreds of ancient dwellings

• Basalt-stone architecture, monolithic basins, and ritual features

• Evidence of occupation dating back to 1100 BCE

These discoveries suggest La Pedrera was a major ceremonial and early urban center, possibly influencing later cities like Teotihuacan.

If you want to learn more about what archaeologists are discovering, visit our website in the Blog section:

👉 www.grupotlalankann.com

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A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Sponsors

To all our sponsors who have believed in La Pedrera and Grupo Tlalankann —

thank you.

Your support, trust, and generosity make our work possible.

Every step we take, every project we build, and every tradition we preserve is strengthened by your commitment to our vision.

You are part of this journey.

You are part of this land.

And without you, none of this would be possible.

From the heart of Tlalankann,

we honor and appreciate your dedication to our community, our culture, and our future.

✨ Thank you for believing in us.

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The SEGADORES Crew — Guardians of an Ancestral Tradition

The SEGADORES Crew, known locally as Los Segadores, is one of the most symbolic and respected traditional groups in our community. Their work represents the ancient rhythm of the harvest—when men and women joined together to reap the fields by hand, guided by strength, unity, and the blessing of the land.

This crew is more than a team;

it is a living expression of heritage.

Their coordinated movements, traditional clothing, and the tools they carry reflect the hard work of generations who depended on the harvest for survival. Each step, each strike of the sickle, and each chant echoes the gratitude offered to the earth for its abundance.

The SEGADORES ’ Crew honors:

• the cycle of planting and gathering

• the dignity of manual labor

• the wisdom of ancestral agricultural practices

• the community spirit that holds our town together

During local festivities, especially around the celebration of San Matías Apóstol, the Reapers’ Crew performs to keep this tradition alive. Their presence reminds us of our roots, our identity, and the deep connection between the people and the land.

A cultural treasure worth witnessing and preserving for generations to come.

The San Matías Apóstol Fair, celebrated every February 24, is a vibrant festival filled with mechanical rides, rodeo shows, live music, traditional dances, incredible food, and non-stop fun.

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ESPAÑOL

El Jubileo de San Matías Tlalancaleca reunió a la comunidad entre fe, tradiciones y alegría.

Hubo procesiones, música, ofrendas y un ambiente de unión que mostró la esencia espiritual del pueblo.

Una celebración que mantiene viva la tradición año tras año.

👉 Síguenos en nuestro sitio web para más noticias: www.grupotlalankann.com

🇺🇸 ENGLISH

San Matías Tlalancaleca invites you to become part of our culture — a heartfelt invitation from Indiana to the State of Puebla. Discover our traditions, our history, and the spirit that connects our people across borders. Join us and experience the beauty of our land, our roots, and our heritage.

🇲🇽 ESPAÑOL

San Matías Tlalancaleca te invita a formar parte de nuestra cultura — una invitación desde Indiana hasta el estado de Puebla. Descubre nuestras tradiciones, nuestra historia y el espíritu que une a nuestra gente más allá de las fronteras. Acompáñanos y vive la belleza de nuestra tierra, nuestras raíces y nuestro legado.

🇯🇵 日本語

サン・マティアス・トラランカレカは、インディアナからプエブラ州へ—私たちの文化に参加するよう皆さまをご招待します。伝統、歴史、そして国境を越えて人々をつなぐ精神を体験してください。私たちの大地、ルーツ、そして受け継がれてきた文化の美しさをぜひ感じてください。

🇨🇳 中文

圣马蒂亚斯·特拉兰卡莱卡诚挚邀请您加入我们的文化——从印第安纳到普埃布拉州的真挚邀请。了解我们的传统、历史，以及跨越国界将我们连结在一起的精神。欢迎您来到我们的土地，感受我们的根源与文化遗产之美。

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Reconnect with Your Inner Self at Tlalankann Campground

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Discover Tlalankann Campground, a virgin land where silence, nature, and ancient energy open the door to your inner world.

Here, far from noise and distraction, you can reconnect with your true self and awaken your universal consciousness.

Walk the sacred grounds, feel the pulse of the earth, breathe the pure air, and let the energy of this untouched place guide you toward clarity, healing, and spiritual awakening.

🌿 Come connect.

Come awaken.

Come home to yourself — at Tlalankann. 🌿

At Campamento Tlalankann, my roots run deep into the sacred land that shaped my spirit.

This place is more than a sanctuary—it is the ground where my ancestors walked, prayed, healed, and whispered their wisdom to the wind.

Here, I reconnect with who I am.

Every stone, every plant, every breath of the land carries a memory of my origins.

Tlalankann reminds me of my path, my purpose, and the lineage that still guides me.

These roots are my strength.

This land is my home.

👉 www.tlalankann.com

To all my immigrant friends:

return to your origin.

No matter how far life has taken you, your roots carry the strength that lives within you.

Your journey, your struggle, your resilience—none of it erased where you come from.

At Tlalankann, your origin is honored, your spirit is remembered, and your path is re-centered.

This land reminds us that we are more than borders, distances, or transitions.

We are lineage.

We are memory.

We are strength.

Come reconnect with the place where your energy, identity, and ancestors still walk beside you.

👉 www.tlalankann.com

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SAN MATÍAS TLALANCALECA — RESUMEN PARA TURISMO

San Matías Tlalancaleca ofrece una experiencia única para quienes buscan naturaleza, misterio y conexión espiritual. En la zona de La Pedrera se encuentran monolitos antiguos y formaciones pétreas que han sido parte del paisaje sagrado desde tiempos prehispánicos. Es un lugar perfecto para desconectarse, ya que no cuenta con servicios modernos: aquí la esencia es convivir con la tierra, el cielo y el silencio.

La flora y fauna del lugar muestran su belleza en cada estación del año: campos verdes en lluvias, cielos despejados en invierno, flores silvestres en primavera y colores dorados en otoño. Todo el territorio invita a caminar, observar y sentir la energía del entorno.

Entre los sitios más significativos se encuentra la Piedra de la Campana, un enorme monolito que resuena y vibra con un sonido particular cuando se toca. También está el Monumento de la Estela, una formación considerada un espacio energético donde muchas personas realizan ofrendas, meditaciones o rituales personales. Este sitio es visto como un punto de conexión con el “inframundo” o con dimensiones espirituales profundas.

Algunos habitantes mencionan la existencia de un calendario ancestral enterrado en esta zona, así como inscripciones y códigos en las rocas que, según la tradición oral, hablan de portales energéticos y antiguos conocimientos aún no revelados.

Visitar San Matías Tlalancaleca es entrar en un territorio donde la naturaleza, la espiritualidad y el misterio se unen. Un lugar ideal para quienes buscan caminar, contemplar, reconectar y vivir una experiencia distinta a cualquier destino turístico convencional.