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| Acapulco |
| Known as "The Pearl of the Pacific". Acapulco today has gone through somewhat of a renaissance with improved infrastructure; the bay has been cleaned up and there are improved services. All this is has made Acapulco more accessible and more pleasant. |
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| Aguascalientes |
| About 300 miles northwest of Mexico City, in the heart of Mexico's central region is the city of Aguascalientes - Capital of the state which bears its name. Aguascalientes means "thermal springs" - one of the attractions of this thriving city.
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| Cancun |
| The State of Quintana Roo, on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, hosts Mexico's most visited and most luxurious resort: Cancun. Over 2 million people flock to the shores of Cancun annually. The local environment is stunning; the beaches are pristine and the sea here is perfect for swimming and water activities. Nearby you can find yourself at the heart of some of the most amazing and breathtaking archaeological wonders of the world. |
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| Chetumal |
| Chetumal is a fascinating little city in the southeast corner of Mexico. It is the capital of Quintana Roo, the state that borders the Caribbean Sea, also including Cancun and Cozumel in its northern end of the Yucatan Peninsula. A few miles south of Chetumal is the country of Belize. |
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| Cozumel |
| Cozumel ("Coh-zoo-mel") is Mexico's original "Caribbean" destination; an island about 40 miles south of Cancun. It is one of Mexico's largest islands with a total land area of approximately 308 square miles.
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| Guadalajara |
| A little less than 250 miles north-west of Mexico's capital stands Mexico's second largest city, Guadalajara, in the state of Jalisco. With 5 million inhabitants, it's less than a quarter of the size of its neighbouring megalopolis. Nevertheless Guadalajara is an important city; colourful and vibrant, and is one of Mexico's colonial gems. Guadalajara is often described as the most Mexican of all cities in Mexico |
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| Guanajuato |
| Guanajuato (Gua-nah-hoo-ah-toe) is a Colonial Gem sitting in a valley around 220 miles northwest of Mexico City. If Mexico's Colonial Cities were a crown, Guanajuato would without doubt be its prime jewel. The town has been named as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
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| Hermosillo |
| Hermosillo, “The Sun City” is among the most important and modern cities in the northern part of Mexico. Hermosillo is located just 173 miles from United States, in the central part of the state of Sonora. It is the state capital. |
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| Huatulco |
| Las Bahias de Huatulco is its full name - "The Bays of Huatulco" - nine of them to be precise - and between them they are host to 36 stunningly attractive beaches - featuring soft sands and crystal clear blue waters off the Pacific coast in Mexico's State of Oaxaca.
Situated about 430 kilometres (270 miles) south of Acapulco on Mexico's Pacific Coastline, Huatulco is a new resort area, and in years ahead is set to become one of Mexico's key beach attractions. |
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| Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo |
| Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo are two towns on the Pacific coast, a little over 4 miles away from each other. Despite their proximity; these are two towns with very distinct characters: Ixtapa offers you the experience of a modern resort, and Zihuatanejo offers you the experience of a rustic, traditional Mexican fishing village.
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| La Paz |
| La Paz ("La-Pahz") - meaning "Peace" - is on Mexico's Baja Peninsula. La Paz still exhibits the old world charm of Mexico's Baja region. The city is the Capital of the State Baja California Sur. La Paz boasts good hotels, adequate infrastructure and a friendly laid-back atmosphere
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| Loreto |
| Located about 240 miles north-west of La Paz on the Sea of Cortez (also called the Gulf of California), Loreto is overlooked by the Giganta Mountains. It has excellent beaches and turquoise waters at its feet. Its five islands just offshore provide a range of activity opportunities for travelers including eco travel activities. Some of the finest fishing also takes place in the waters off Loreto. |
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| Manzanillo |
| Manzanillo is in Mexico's State of Colima, on the Mexican Riviera. It has two parts - the resort area on the Santiago Peninsula, and the busy commercial area downtown and to the south. Manzanillo is a busy port town - but still retains its tranquil, laid back feel and authentic Mexican atmosphere.
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| Mazatlan |
| Mazatlan is one of the young Mexican party towns of the Pacific coast. It is also one of the most economic of Mexico's resorts, balancing convenience and comfort with economy and good value. Great beaches, golf and fishing.
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| Mexicali |
| In addition to being the capital of the state of Baja California, Mexicali has grown to be one of the most important business centers along the US-Mexico border due to the "maquila" or assembly industry. Mexicali's commercial merit, however, does not stop there. A very significant farming activity has also developed due to the fertile soil resulting from an elaborate irrigation system tied into the Colorado River and the Morelos dam. |
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| Mexico City |
| Mexico's Capital City, often referred to as just "Mexico" by people living in the country, or "El DF" ("The DF") referring to the city's full title, "Mexico, Distrito Federal" - or Federal District, is one of the worlds most populated areas with an estimated 22 million inhabitants living inside an area of 750 square kilometres.
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| Oaxaca |
| Oaxaca (pronounced "wah-ha-ka") is a city that retains a Spanish colonial feel, but which also reflects its indigenous heritage. They blend together wonderfully which is all part of this city’s charm. Oaxaca city is a well preserved, charming and vibrant colonial city. The center of town around the Zocalo (Main Plaza) is completely closed off to traffic. Cafes and restaurants that surround the tree-line square make a picture perfect setting. |
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| Puebla |
| Puebla is Mexico's fourth largest city. Nowhere in Mexico is Spain's influence more prominent: from the moment you drive into the city, you see the dome shaped roofs of churches and buildings, suggesting Spanish / Moor influence which arrived centuries ago and has remained ever since.
Puebla is famous for one of Mexico's most notable battles, which took place on May 5th 1862, against the French. |
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| Puerto Vallarta |
| Puerto Vallarta is in the State of Jalisco on the Pacific coast. Its cobbled streets and cathedral set the scene in the town, which has a traditional, easy-going feel to it. There are hotels to suit every taste and budget. People who travel to Puerto Vallarta tend to become mesmerised by its spell and keep coming back. |
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| Queretaro |
| Queretaro is a bright, lively and very clean city. It's just 130 miles north-west of Mexico City and is connected by high-speed modern highways. |
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| Riviera Maya |
| The Riviera Maya (south of Cancun) is comprised of a string of sparkling beaches, Mayan archeological sites, villages, and resorts – an attractive alternative for vacationers wanting a Mexican Caribbean getaway without the crowds and clamor. The Riviera Maya is bursting with scenic and natural wonders, perfect for the escapist looking for a Caribbean adventure or romantic seclusion.
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| Tijuana |
| Just across the border a few miles south of San Diego - Tijuana, the world's most-visited border city, awaits. |
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| Tlaxcala |
| TLAXCALA , capital of the tiny state of the same name, is 100km west of Mexico City and just 30km north of Puebla.
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| Tuxtla Gutierrez |
| Tuxtla Gutierrez ("Toox-tlah Goo-Tee-Eh-Rehs") is the capital city of the State of Chiapas. In contrast to the rest of Chiapas, it is a modern, bustling city growing very quickly. Tuxtla Gutierrez became the State Capital in 1892 and today is the main gateway to Chiapas for visitors, as it offer excellent road and air connections to and from the rest of Mexico.
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| Veracruz |
| Located in Veracruz state, east central Mexico, on the Gulf of Mexico. Rivaling Tampico as the country's main port, it is also the commercial and industrial center of an important oil region, as well as a major tourist resort with beautiful scenery, fine beaches, and excellent accommodations. |
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| Villahermosa |
| Villahermosa ("Vee-ya-ehr-moh-sah") is the capital city of the State of Tabasco, a rich, fertile region of Mexico, and once the center of the Olmec Civilisation; the first ever civilisation in Mesoamerica. The climate is intensely tropical with sticky heat. Its wealth today is founded on the rich petroleum fields below Mexico's Gulf waters.
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