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MEXICO
Mexico is located in the northern region of the American continent between the Gulf of Mexico on the east and the Pacific Ocean on the west. It is bordered by the United States on the north and by Guatemala and Belize on the south.
Mexico's land area extends 1,964,375 sq km, which is divided into six tourist regions.
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Northern Mexico
Known for its extreme weather conditions and characterized by its deserts, nature reserves and rugged mountain ranges. Some cities in the region are key industrial and business centers.
Central Mexico
The Mexican heartland. Here you'll find plenty of natural surroundings, picturesque towns full of life and color, and beautiful colonial cities, some of which have been declared World Heritage sites.
Southern Mexico and the Gulf of Mexico
Lined with the shores of the Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific Ocean, this region offers an abundance of marshes, mangrove swamps and forests, all of which are ideal for ecotourism outings and exciting outdoor adventures.
The Yucatan Peninsula
The gateway to the Mayan world. Here you can enjoy the white-sand beach resorts and the blue waters of the Caribbean Sea, where you can scuba dive along the
world's second largest coral reef. You can also swim in fresh water pools in submerged caverns, known as cenotes.
The Pacific Coast
In this region, you'll find cities and towns with rich cultural and culinary traditions, as well as some of the best beaches for water sports like surfing and fishing.
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The
Culture of Jalisco Mexico
Jalisco is the Mexican state
we are located in and it has a long and proud historical tradition. Many tribes, including the
Olmecas, Nahuas, Tarascos and Chichimecas, originated here; some, such as the Coras and
Huicholes, emigrated to other areas of Mexico.
The Baja California Peninsula. Territory that has been inhabited from time immemorial, in this region you can play golf on world-class courses, discover the underwater treasures of the Sea of Cortez, and witness the amazing migration of the Gray Whale. |
In 1529, Hernán Cortés sent an expedition commanded by Nuño of Guzmán to explore the region that is now Jalisco. It was not until 1591 that the Spaniards were able to reduce the confrontations with native groups, however.
By the middle of the 18th century,. missionary congregations arrived, though they did not have much success in the evangelization of the indigenous towns. The Huicholes, for example, took refuge in the mountains.
In May of 1923 the Free and Sovereign State of Jalisco was erected and in 1924 the political constitution of the state was approved.
Jalisco was the site of the Christian war in 1926, which originated with the resistance of the Catholics to the articles of the Mexican Constitution that they restrict their religious activities, as well as to the measures taken by the President Calles for their strict execution. This rebellion continued until 1929.
As a large metropolitan area geographically separate from Mexico City, the City of Guadalajara and the State of Jalisco have developed a rich culture all their own. Jalisco is home to traditions of fine arts, exquisite cuisine, mariachi, and tequila.
Fine Arts:
Jalisco is known for important artists recognized around the world: José Clemente Orozco, Luis Barragán, Juan Rulfo, and Dr. Atl, to name a few.
Legacy: Jalisco Artists from the 20th Century
José Clemente Orozco
Mario Martín del Campo (Presented by Bansí)
Juan Soriano (Presented by Bansí)
Luis Barragán
Juan Rulfo
Mariachi
One of the most representative elements of Jalisco is, without doubt, the Mariachi. A symbol of Mexico which originated in Jalisco, Mariachi transmits the joyful and festive character of the tapatíos.
Guadalajara
Los Machetes
Jarabe Tapatío
¡Ay Jalisco! no te rajes
El Son de la Negra
Tequila:
Jalisco is home to one of Mexico's finest exports, tequila. The illustrious alcohol is made from a plant native to Jalisco, the agave.
Tourism and Sightseeing:
Guadalajara, the capital of Jalisco, and Puerto Vallarta, a popular seaside resort, combine to make Jalisco the second most popular tourist destination in Mexico. Jalisco is also known for the American community at Lake
Chapala, one of the largest communities of American retirees outside the United States.
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