One of the most featured characteristic from San Cristobal is its people. More than the 60 % of the population are indigenous people. They still speak their own language, most of them speak Spanish too, have their own traditions with a blend of the catholic traditions. Chamula and Zianacatan are towns very close to San Cristobal (10 Kilometers) where all these characteristics can be observed. There are some horse trips that could be arranged to visit these peculiar cities.