The Tepozteco pyramid, another pre-Hispanic site, sits on a hill above the town (although the summit requires a strenuous hour hike).

The Sierra Norte contains a number of pre-Hispanic archeological sites and colonial architecture.

Various pre-Hispanic archaeological sites are also located in the surrounding hills.

Near the town there is a possible pre-Hispanic site, with evidence of a former pyramid.

Tourist attractions primarily consist of pre-Hispanic archeological sites and colonial establishments with examples of both religious and civil constructions.

The pre-Hispanic sites of Tingambato and Taretan are in this zone as well, which were important Purhepecha cities.

A total of 26 chapels would be built through the town over older significant pre-Hispanic sites.

However, "teotl" began to be used to distinguish this pre-Hispanic site from the town that was constructed in the valley below by the Spanish after the Conquest.

Atop the volcano is a pre-Hispanic site where artifacts have been discovered.