One of the towns that served as access to the towns of the Sierra was Ixtepec, Oaxaca.
Ixtepec, Oaxaca is located in the region of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, and many agree that its name means Cerro de Ixtle (Hill of Ixtle), one of the varieties of agave similar to the maguey, whose fibers are used to make mecates.

Due to its location, this town was used as one of the accesses to the towns of the Sierra.
Ixtepec, Oaxaca is full of traditions and customs that are admired and respected throughout the state.

Some of the festivities that do not go unnoticed are the Feria de Santo Patrón San Jerónimo Doctor, celebrated from September 20 to October 4.

This is one of the most important and colorful celebrations, since all the townspeople come together to commemorate him.