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The central-western state of Jalisco, Mexico is bounded by the states of Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, San Luis Potosí, Guanajuato, Colima and Michoacan, with a Pacific coastline extension of approximately 280 kms.
Run through by the western Sierra Madres, the state boasts of a variety of climates from the cool, snow-topped Nevado de Colima at 4,330 mts, to the moderate high central plains to the often steamy tropical jungles along the coast.
The indigenous population of Jalisco consists principally of Huicholes, Coras and Tepehuanes who, to a great extent, still conserve and utilize their native languages and colorful dress.
Jalisco’s capital is the buzzing metropolis of Guadalajara – a mix of colonial splendor and modernity. Others of its largest cities include Puerto Vallarta on Banderas Bay, the city of Tequila at the heart of Jalisco’s tequila producing region, Ciudad Guzmán, Lagos de Moreno, San Juan de los Lagos and Tlaquepaque and Zapopan which form part of the greater Guadalajara metropolitan area.
Attractions
- Greater Guadalajara – Tlaquepaque, Tonala and Zapopan – a land of colonial splendor, arts and crafts.
- The Tequila Route – Wander through the towns of El Arenal, Amatitlán, Tequila and Magdelena, following the “Tequila Route”.
- Lake Chapala and Ajijic – The shores of Lake Chapala have long been the hangout of foreign tourists, semi-permanent residents and artists of all nationalities.
- The Huichol Indians, their wool and bead craft.
- Puerto Vallarta and the Bahia de Banderas coastline – a lush and lively beachside area
- La Costalegre and Barra de Navidad – unpopulated beaches, ecological resorts, small-town charm and even some surfing!
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Originally posted 2009-10-07 11:46:08.
