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Rosarito, A Slice of Paradise
Ever wonder if paradise really exists? Well, no need to keep wondering, for nothing spells paradise than that wondrous feeling of digging your toes on the sandy beaches of Rosarito. Rosarito's history dates back to about ten thousand years with the presence of the Kumiai tribe. This indigenous group first named Rosarito as "Uakuatay" meaning, The Great House. The Spanish presence began in 1553, when Hernan Cortes ordered... (posted by Rosa 1 year 222 days ago.)
Ever wonder if paradise really exists? Well, no need to keep wondering, for nothing spells paradise than that wondrous feeling of digging your toes on the sandy beaches of Rosarito. Rosarito's history dates back to about ten thousand years with the presence of the Kumiai tribe. This indigenous group first named Rosarito as "Uakuatay" meaning, The Great House. The Spanish presence began in 1553, when Hernan Cortes ordered... (posted by Rosa 1 year 222 days ago.)
Aguascalientes, The City of Spas
It is hard to believe that Aguascalientes began as a tiny stopping point between Zacatecas and Mexico City. It has Juan de Montoro, accompanied by twelve families in 1575, that first established the city. Due to its thermal waters, the city was named Aguascalientes meaning "hot waters." Slowly but surely the city grew from the initial four neighborhoods: Guadalupe, Triana, La Salud, and San Marcos. San Marcos is... (posted by Rosa 1 year 231 days ago.)
It is hard to believe that Aguascalientes began as a tiny stopping point between Zacatecas and Mexico City. It has Juan de Montoro, accompanied by twelve families in 1575, that first established the city. Due to its thermal waters, the city was named Aguascalientes meaning "hot waters." Slowly but surely the city grew from the initial four neighborhoods: Guadalupe, Triana, La Salud, and San Marcos. San Marcos is... (posted by Rosa 1 year 231 days ago.)
San Luis Potosi, A Historic City
San Luis Potosi is truly an incredibly beautiful city. When you step foot in this city, is it like you have time travelled to the past, but at the same time you haven't left the present, and quite possibly it gives you a glimpse of the future. San Luis Potosi was first inhabited by several groups of nomad tribes including the Quachichitl, the Chichimecas, and the Tlaxcaltecas. Spanish colonization began with the... (posted by Rosa 1 year 231 days ago.)
San Luis Potosi is truly an incredibly beautiful city. When you step foot in this city, is it like you have time travelled to the past, but at the same time you haven't left the present, and quite possibly it gives you a glimpse of the future. San Luis Potosi was first inhabited by several groups of nomad tribes including the Quachichitl, the Chichimecas, and the Tlaxcaltecas. Spanish colonization began with the... (posted by Rosa 1 year 231 days ago.)
Tequila & Tapalpa, Two of the Most Mexican Cities
Tequila is the name of a national drink. However, the word Tequila comes from the Nahuatl language meaning "place where it is cut" or "place of tributes." Tequila is also the name of the outstanding, yet extinguished, volcano situated in the nearby vicinity. When you step foot in this traditional and authentic Mexican town, is like travelling back in time. Tequila is famous for being the originating town... (posted by Rosa 1 year 231 days ago.)
Tequila is the name of a national drink. However, the word Tequila comes from the Nahuatl language meaning "place where it is cut" or "place of tributes." Tequila is also the name of the outstanding, yet extinguished, volcano situated in the nearby vicinity. When you step foot in this traditional and authentic Mexican town, is like travelling back in time. Tequila is famous for being the originating town... (posted by Rosa 1 year 231 days ago.)
San Felipe, A Beach in the Desert
Ever dreamed of a place where the desert meets the ocean? Dream no more because San Felipe is the epitome of sand dunes and beach. San Felipe, which lies on the coast of the Sea of Cortes, was discovered by the Spanish explorer Hernan Cortes as he journeyed through the peninsula of Baja California. Interestingly, he didnt pay much attention to this gift of nature and it was in fact one of... (posted by Rosa 1 year 332 days ago.)
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Ever dreamed of a place where the desert meets the ocean? Dream no more because San Felipe is the epitome of sand dunes and beach. San Felipe, which lies on the coast of the Sea of Cortes, was discovered by the Spanish explorer Hernan Cortes as he journeyed through the peninsula of Baja California. Interestingly, he didnt pay much attention to this gift of nature and it was in fact one of... (posted by Rosa 1 year 332 days ago.)
Cuernavaca, The City of Eternal Spring
The hot summer months are just around the corner, why not get away from the hundred degree weather and take a dip into the coolness of the seventies weather? Enjoy the fresh mountain breeze of the City of Eternal Spring and visit Cuernavaca. Cuernavaca is the home away from home for both native Mexicans and people from all over the world. This city was first inhabited by Olmecs more than 3000 years ago. In fact... (posted by Rosa 1 year 349 days ago.)
The hot summer months are just around the corner, why not get away from the hundred degree weather and take a dip into the coolness of the seventies weather? Enjoy the fresh mountain breeze of the City of Eternal Spring and visit Cuernavaca. Cuernavaca is the home away from home for both native Mexicans and people from all over the world. This city was first inhabited by Olmecs more than 3000 years ago. In fact... (posted by Rosa 1 year 349 days ago.)
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