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| Location of the municipality in Jalisco | |||
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Tapalpa
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| Country | Mexico | ||
| State | Jalisco | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 442.15 km2 (170.7 sq mi) | ||
| Population (2005) | |||
| • Total | 16,057 | ||
| Time zone | Central Standard Time (UTC-6) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | Central Daylight Time (UTC-5) | ||
Tapalpa is a town and municipality, in Jalisco in central-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 442.15 km².
As of 2005, the municipality had a total population of 16,057.[1]
Tapalpa is a mountain town surrounded by mature pine trees. The area is famous for the "Piedras Bolas" large (20 feet high) rocks found just outside the town limits. The area is a popular weekend destination for residents of nearby Guadalajara. There are many excellent outdoor restaurants that specialize in grilled meats.