Coatepec

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Coatepec is in the central region of the Mexican state of Veracruz. It is recognized for its coffee production and for having a good climate for the cultivation of orchids. Often called the capital of Coffee in Mexico, the name Coatepec comes from the Nahuatl coatl, serpent and tepetl, hill (The Hill where the Snakes are). This municipality has four small rivers: the Pixquiac, "Pintores", "Sordo" and Hueyapan; all going to "Pescados" ("La Antigua") river.