Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur Mexico

Cabo San Lucas is a dynamic city full of life, with a remarkable abundance of shops and restaurants and an exciting nightlife. From San Jose del Cabo to Cabo San Lucas, unfolds the prestigious Corridor 32 miles away, where it appears one of the most important tourist centers in our country, with its beautiful hotels, the delicious gourmet cuisine, fine dining grown , for their splendid golf courses, recognized among the best of the world for its facilities and services, for your convenience for fishing in sporting and especially for its wonderful beaches, which provide visitors with everything they need for their fun and rest. Moreover, in this place, in the winter, the area where it happens is one of the phenomena of nature's most remarkable, and it adorns the Mexican coast: the completion of the reproductive cycle of the gray whales in Magdalena Bay. Instead, during the summer, you have the opportunity to go scuba diving, fishing, kayaking, or, if you prefer, enjoy its secluded beaches, conducive to romance and seduction.

WHAT TO VISIT IN CABO SAN LUCAS?

Cabo San Lucas is located in a desert environment fascinating, totally unspoilt, great to get away and forget about all the problems, the pressures of city life, but at the same time, one has to hand all the services and conveniences required to fully enjoy a holiday unforgettable. This tourist corridor of Baja California Sur, is generous in projection wonderful beaches, hotels considered among the best in the world, comfortable villas, large condos private order and excellent golf courses. That is, it is true for all those people who like to vacation in places of great natural beauty and ample tourism infrastructure quality.

It's time to recommend the best beaches with which this magnificent destination bajacaliforniano account. The beaches of Cabo San Lucas, comprise the final stretch of the Sea of Cortez and have become, over time, in wonderful places where you can develop a wide variety of water sports, as well as the equipment needed to achieve this, thanks to the many tourism service providers who work in this area. First, we Chileno Beach, which is located at kilometer 14.5 of mentioned tourism corridor, between the city of San Jose del Cabo and the beautiful community of Cabo San Lucas. The Chilean is quite visited a beach, by the characteristic calm waters and how convenient it is for rest and relaxation, especially by offering welcome shade its many palm trees.

The beaches of Cabo San Lucas are?

Los Cabos has excellent beaches spanning the last 80 km stretch of the Sea of ​​Cortez and have been one of the main attractions of this destination because its beauty is unmatched. Solitary and characteristics that make them unique, are excellent sites where you can practice all kinds of water sports, with the necessary equipment that will provide service providers that are in them.

The Chilean. It is located at Km 14.5 of the Tourist Corridor, between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas, is a popular beach because of the calm waters and great comfort and relaxation offered by the shade of the palm.

El Arco. Located at the tip of the peninsula of Baja California Sur, in Cabo San Lucas. It is where the Pacific Ocean and Sea of ​​Cortez meet. This beach is El Arco, unique in the world, is a geological formation of stone located at the junction of the Sea of Cortez and the Pacific Ocean, recently declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. You can only reach it by boat in just 20 min.








Falls Arena. In the water you'll find a wide variety of marine life. This is one of the places most visited by experienced divers, in fact recommended to swim in it with some expert instruction.

Playa del Amor is one of the most sought after by couples as it provides an atmosphere of privacy and romance.








Relevant information about CABO SAN LUCAS
Below is El Arco site is in one of the most attractive areas of Cabo San Lucas. Appears right in the zone where the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of ​​Cortez intermingle. In this beach stands the curious rock formation that gives its name to the place: a formidable stone arch, which has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Access to The Arc, as can be done in a boat, on a tour that takes about 20 minutes.

What can you do in Cabo San Lucas?
Buceo y Cabo Pulmo, Cacti Mundo. 


Buceo y Cabo Pulmo. 

 One of the best places for diving Cabo Pulmo is located in the Eastern Cape, to just over 60 miles from San Jose del Cabo. You can admire the only hard coral reef and one of three living coral reefs in North America, where over 350 species exist in harmony.

Cacti Mundo. Discover a very original botanical garden with the most amazing variety of cacti and other succulent plants never seen before in a wonderful natural environment. In Cacti Mundo are housed many endangered species and rescued from their original habitat.

Two beaches, that no one should miss, as you have the good fortune to spend some time in this magnificent destination, include Waterfall Beach Arena and Playa del Amor The first has to look great biodiversity in deep sea although, by its natural conditions, is only recommended for experienced divers, or divers' middle skill but with a guide. The second, meanwhile, is one of the points of Cabo San Lucas, visit the most romantic couples, for its pleasant atmosphere of intimacy accomplice right to enjoy each other's company.

GETTING TO CABO SAN LUCAS BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR

Cabo San Lucas is located at the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula, 220 km south of La Paz.

By land:
Cabo San Lucas is located in the southern part of the Baja California peninsula, 220 kilometers from the city of La Paz. You can get there by car, through Transpeninsular Highway No. 1, which extends from Tijuana to Los Cabos.


By air:

If you opt for air, then you have to use as a point of arrival, the Los Cabos International Airport, which is located on the outskirts of the city of San Jose del Cabo.

By sea:

Take a ferry across the Sea of Cortez from the ports of Topolobampo and Mazatlan, Sinaloa, to the port of La Paz. From there, you can travel by bus to Los Cabos.

Acapulco, Guerrero

The port of Acapulco is one of the most important tourist destinations of the country. His rise began in the fifties, when the stars of film and television were walking through the streets in broad daylight. An event that marked its growth was the construction of the panoramic road that connects it to the international airport, which was built on the Miguel Aleman. In the next two decades, the port became a meeting place of the international jet set, suffice to say that Elvis Presley himself filmed here the movie "Fun in Acapulco". During the seventies were built residential areas of Las Brisas, Brisas Marqués Guitarrón and where tycoons, artists from around the world and businessmen luxurious mansions erected. Glamorous, spontaneous and fun, the port of Acapulco, located on the coast of Guerrero, is a destination where the ends meet. This activity does not cease, at any time of the day and night to find something to do.

What I can do?
                                  Live a pirate adventure in Acapulco      

The Fort of San Diego, built in 1616, is stationed on a hill overlooking the harbor sights. After an earthquake in 1776 was rebuilt and then acquired its present form, which has earned the title of the most important historical stronghold and stronger Pacific Marine. Such construction guarding the area for loading and unloading of the legendary Manila galleon ship, belonging to the Spanish colony. This will protect the piracies Hispanics English and Dutch.

The building is a classic five wings fortress surrounded by a moat inside which houses a fascinating museum with historical documents in Spanish and English. The rare objects on display there offer visitors an idea of cultural and commercial exchange between Asia and Europe, of which Mexico, especially Acapulco, was a nodal point. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm There is performed a show of light and sound, you can request a special price for groups.

Looking for the ideal gift in Acapulco

Take a piece of Eden contigo.En Acapulco is a huge variety of craft markets and galleries that sell the most sophisticated pieces of art in the state of Guerrero. Among the most popular markets can name the Dahlia, The Parazal, the Diana and Noa Noa. In them the variety of items is interesting regional textiles and decorative objects are added to an exquisite cuisine prepared with the freshest seafood around the harbor.

The craft market is Noa Noa beachfront Horn. This iconic place mixing an interesting collection of items showing good taste and creativity of local artisans. Many of his works are made of minerals and gemstones, which has given a distinctive to this interesting market.

Luxury and nature in Punta Diamante

Punta Diamante is an environmentally friendly choice of accommodation. Here, the construction has respected the flora and fauna of the area. We invite you to relax in the tranquil beaches of the bay, you'll find dozens of restaurants to the seaside. El Camino Real Diamante shocking overlooking the bay. In the Diamond District, located between the Bay of Acapulco, and Playa Puerto Marqués Revolcadero, find a haven where they combine harmoniously developing, lush vegetation and panoramic view. Punta Diamante is an ambitious real estate tourism project consisting of luxury hotels, spas, restaurants, shopping areas and a golf course. All this makes it one of the most exclusive places in the country.

In addition to offering all the comforts of modern life, this resort property seeks to preserve the natural environment. For this purpose we have implemented a processing plant wastewater ecological and an electric generator. The main road was built with hydraulic cement. Street lighting has stone accents prehispanic themed. If you like exercising outdoors, there is also a bike trail that runs along the peninsula.


Under the shade of palm trees in Acapulco

In south Acapulco Bay is the famous Playa Revolcadero, a wide stretch of golden sand framed by a row of palm trees. A couple of meters inland is a huge tropical lagoon around which sit Quinta Real Hotels and Resorts Mayan and Tres Vidas Golf Course, and other luxury condominiums. This is a beach paradise, those looking to relax will find a beautiful landscape in front of your eyes, surfers and big waves found here. Other hotels that have been established in the area include the Fairmont Acapulco Princess, which is itself a tourist attraction, and the Fairmont Pierre Marques. Another hotel worth visiting is the Mayan Resorts, whose facilities include channels, pools and attractive decor of Mayan influence.

Among the Acapulco Bay and the airport is Puerto Marqués. For many years, this bay unnoticed by developers of real estate projects. It now houses the exclusive Acapulco Diamante Resort and extensive residential development. However, the area maintains its rustic beach. Being a smaller bay that of Acapulco, Puerto Marqués unnoticed outside his overbearing neighbor. But things are changing: Punta Diamante development, covering the bay and the adjacent mainland, attracting more and more visitors. The attractions of Puerto Marqués increasingly are most popular, most visitors come to relax on its beaches and taste the dishes of the restaurants set on the coast.

The spectacular Acapulco Bay is surrounded by mountains. Its beauty rivals that of other world-renowned destinations like Rio de Janeiro and Hong Kong. The Autopista del Sol descends from the mountains to become the Costera Miguel Aleman, which runs along the beaches of the bay from end to end. There are the heart of the hotel zone, the first class resorts, fine restaurants, shopping and the best nightlife. Then the inner coastal area in the renovated downtown to get lost in the heart of old Acapulco.



Riding the waves in Acapulco

If in the water, you're in Acapulco. The calm waters of Acapulco Bay are perfect for practicing a variety of water sports. If looking for a getaway for fishing or a tournament rule, racing or yacht rentals, the Marina Acapulco and Acapulco Yacht Club organizes numerous events throughout the year. In the Papagayo River tours are fast engine boats. The sudden turns and starts speeding printed excitement to the trip. Virtually all bay beaches are safe for swimming, except Revolcadero, Pie de la Cuesta and Puerto Marqués, which have a stronger waves. For snorkeling, beaches Caleta, Caletilla and Roqueta island are the most popular. You might also like the gravel beaches, Las Palmas and Peppermint Bay.

The parasailing is an invention acapulqueña offering an electrifying experience and at the same time, an excellent view of a tour bahía.Harás sitting in a harness and attached to a parachute, which is powered by a boat. Thus, the parachute rises as a kite while you enjoy the trip to 30 meters high. In recent times windsurfing has become very popular, like the jet ski (water scooters), sailboats and "broncos" (mini motorized boats) that are rented in various parts of the bay. Very near the Zocalo can find "The Colonial" restaurant and water sports center which rents equipment for a variety of water sports.

The sport fishing tours can be contracted in many hotels and tours leave from the pier near the Zocalo. The most common prey are sailfish, marlin and dorado. If you prefer freshwater fishing, a good option is the Tres Palos and Coyuca gaps that are within walking distance of the harbor. Here Tourist Cooperative Society has official permission as fishing tour operator.



La Quebrada, home of the brave

Witness the value of the divers that are launched from this legendary cliff into the ocean. The cliff known as La Quebrada has been one of the biggest attractions in Acapulco since 1934. Without professional training, the natives have learned alanzarse off a cliff into the waves crashing below 45 meters. You are greeted by a pool with a depth of less than four meters. Daily there are five presentations of these brave athletes, the most spectacular and unforgettable are the night, as they launch carrying a torch in each hand. There is a public viewpoint from where you can appreciate the jump in exchange for a tip for the divers. The best view, however, is provided by the club La Perla, although the entrance fee.

If you've seen this show, you probably wonder how the acrobats manage to "get their way" to a difficult situation. Monico Jorge Ramirez Vazquez, a member of a family of divers who performed this act for three generations, explains: "The notion of time is key to a good jump. The fall lasts three seconds and high waves, which mark the time to enter the water, they last only five. We have only a margin of error of two seconds ".

Jorge works from 8 to 10 o'clock in the morning and two jumps performed during five days a week. Meditation and prayer are part of your routine. Fear is present in every dive, regardless of how many have made in your life. If a diver begins his career at age 17 and retires at 45, made ​​a total of about 15 000 560 dives. Many have suffered accidents, primarily due to the impact upon entering the water. However, surprisingly, never been registered deaths in this risky activity.


malls

There are many malls in Acapulco among them:

La Gran Plaza
coastal 125
Acapulco La Isla Shopping Village
Galleries Diana
Plaza Condesa
La Vista
square Chedraui
Coast Pavilion
reefs
Galleries Aqcua
pergolas
Multiplaza Las Palmas
square Diamond
Galleries Picuda


climate

Acapulco features a tropical wet and dry climate. The climate is warm with wet and dry seasons, but this varies depending on the altitude. The warmest areas are next to the sea. Tropical storms and hurricanes are a threat from May through November. The forested area tends to lose leaves during the winter dry season with evergreen pines in the highest elevations. Fauna mostly consists of deer, small mammals and birds, a variety of land and sea as well as marine animals such as turtles.

Maximum Temperature: 39.5 ° C
Minimum Temperature: 16.0 ° C
Rainiest month: September, 304 mm
Less rainy Month: March 2 mm



parks

Parque Papagayo
The Parque Ignacio Manuel Altamirano, best known as the Parque Papagayo, is a large ecological reserve, recreational and tourist located in the port of Acapulco, Guerrero, southern Mexico. It has an area of 21.8 ha and also houses extensive green areas and three artificial lakes, a large number of exotic species in captivity. In addition, the park features children's recreation sites and popular as they are fair, sports courts, a skating rink, a library, and many more. As the only and largest green area of the city, is known as the green lung of Acapulco.
Highlight other important points such as the Palacio Municipal de Acapulco in the northern part of the park, with public access along Avenida Cuauhtemoc.



Veladero National Park

Veladero National Park is a vast ecological reserve located in the upper or amphitheater Acapulco Bay. It has an area of 3,159 ha. Within the site, stands the town of the same name of the park, itself derived from numerous settlements that, in many cases, have jeopardized the ecological conservation of the site.


Airports
Airport General Juan N. Alvarez

He is built over an area of ​​464 hectares and runs 24 hours a day. It has a terminal building and control tower, and is equipped with two air bridges in the last waiting room, parking for 267 cars, driveway, deck for forty general aviation equipment, taxiways, perimeter road, fencing and lighting, are fuel storage and garden area. It has two runways, one 1,700 m and another 3,300 m long made ​​of hydraulic concrete. Currently operating seven international trading companies and nine national
Air Base No. 7 León González Pie de la Cuesta
It is a base operated by the Mexican Air Force and is located in the Pie de la Cuesta. Their services are strictly military.

Monterrey, Nuevo Leon

Welcome to the City of Monterrey, capital of Nuevo Leon.

Also known as? Mountain City??, Monterrey is a strength that is framed by the Cerro de la Silla, the Loma Larga, Topo Chico, the Cerro de las Mitras and the Sierra Madre Oriental.

Considered as an important generator of resources for its variety of industries and businesses, the city also has several museums and art galleries, amusement parks and is home to thousands of local and foreign students.

Here is produced beer, glass, cement, snuff, and a variety of foods.

Monterrey has a great history since its inhabitants fought wars in American and French intervention. In addition to its large number of universities are to call it? Knowledge City??.

Basics

Official name: Free and Sovereign State of Nuevo Leon

Gentile: Neolonés (a) and Nuevo Leon (a)

Surface: 64.220 km2 (3.3% of the country)

Population: 4,199,292 (4.0% of the country)

Capital: Monterrey (3.7 million)

Municipalities: 51

Adjacent states: North and east of Tamaulipas, on the south and west by San Luis and Zacatecas, and to the north by Coahuila, Tamaulipas and the U.S. state of Texas

Hours: Central Mexico, UTC-6

Maximum height: 3,710

Monterrey Height: 587

GDP: $ 517.475 million (2004)

Activities: service, retail, manufacturing (metal, machinery and equipment)

Climate: Hot and dry, rain in May and September

Nuevo Leon is located near the border and the Gulf of Mexico ports.

The state of Nuevo Leon in northeastern Mexico. It has an area of 64.220 km2, 3.3% of the total land area.

It is bounded to the north and east by Tamaulipas to the south and west by San Luis and Zacatecas, and to the north by Coahuila, Tamaulipas and the U.S. state of Texas. The geographical coordinates of its ends are: North 27 º 49 'south and 23 ° 11' north latitude. East 98 ° 26 'and 101 º west 14' west longitude.

Monterrey

Monterrey, the state capital, is 73 miles from Saltillo, 900 miles from Mexico City, 223 miles from Nuevo Laredo, and 300 km from the port of Matamoros. For this position is a major commercial crossings of Mexico.

Check the state road map with distances between municipalities.

The state has 51 municipalities, of which nine are the metropolitan area of Monterrey, Monterrey, San Pedro Garza Garcia, Santa Catarina, Guadalupe, San Nicolas de los Garza, Apodaca, General Escobedo and Juarez.

Check out our municipalities.

Program information

Coordinates: Latitude 27 º 49 'north, 23 ° 11' south, longitude 98 ° 26 'east and 101 ° 14' west.

Municipalities: 51

Municipalities in the metropolitan area: 9

History of Nuevo Leon

Coat of Nuevo Leon

The coat of Nuevo Leon represents strength, hard work, progress, goodness and recognizes the protagonists of the history of the State.

History Foundation of Monterrey

Monterrey, capital of Nuevo Leon, had three foundations.

Featured Neoloneses

Some personalities who have excelled in the history of Nuevo Leon for their contributions to politics, the arts, science and technology.

Governors of Nuevo Leon

Meet those who have ruled the state since the sixteenth century.

First inhabitants in Nuevo Leon

List of archaeological sites in the state, and of the main tribes in Nuevo Leon, food, materials, weapons and clothing they wore.

Culture and traditions of Nuevo Leon.

The culture of Nuevo Leon is diverse: we are proud northern music, the poetry of Alfonso Reyes, the traditional roast on the weekend and our parks. Our art scene is one of the most active in the country.

What to see

Nuevo Leon has cultural spaces for all interests, including the Museum of Contemporary Art MARCO, Museum of Mexican History, old industrial sites in Fundidora Park and Planetarium Alfa.

The City Theatre, the Auditorium Arena Monterrey and Coca-Cola have good shows every week. If you want to hear the newest music searches Monterey Old Town bars.

Go directories of museums, galleries and theaters and view the calendar of events to see what show you see today.

Here a video of what you can do a Monterrey Nuevo Leon