The highlighted green area is Morelos State.

Set in the center of the country and surrounded by complex mountain ranges, lies the state of Morelos, which enjoys one of the mildest climates in the country. It borders on the Federal District and the states of Mexico, Puebla and Guerrero.

Despite its small size, it boasts numerous attractions. This territory was dominated by the Chichimecs, but it was also inhabited by the Xochimilca and subsequently the Tlahuica. It was precisely the latter that founded Cuauhnáhuac, which the Spaniards converted into Cuernavaca, now famous as “the city of eternal spring,” that Hernán Cortés chose as the site for building his large realm. Its climate meant that several sugar cane haciendas were built there, while the Jesuits erected churches and monasteries that can still be admired to this day. This state was the site of major historical events during the period of independence and the revolution. Today it houses numerous spas and recreational centers.

The highlighted green area is Baja California State.

Baja California is set in the far northeast of Mexico. Its shores are washed by the Pacific Ocean (to the west) and by the Sea of Cortés (to the east). It borders on Sonora to the northeast, Baja California Sur to the south and the North American state of California to the north.

The region was formerly inhabited by nomadic groups that left remarkable cave paintings as a testimony of their presence. Religion subsequently proved more effective than weapons in conquering the Indians and the remains of Jesuit missions can still be seen throughout the state.

This is one of the least humid areas in the world, with a dry, extreme climate. The landscapes are unusual, since the blue shades of the sea contrast with the desert and its steeply sloping mountain ranges covered with cactus. This strip of land contains fertile valleys and gorgeous beaches; its terrestrial and marine life is extremely varied while its wines and seafood are among the best in the country.

The highlighted green area is Veracruz State.

Veracruz, the state with the longest coastline on the Gulf of Mexico, is virtually synonymous with enjoyment, music, dancing, magic and witchcraft. It is set in the east of the country, and borders on Tamaulipas, San Luis Potosí, Hidalgo, Puebla, Oaxaca, Chiapas and Tabasco. Its climate varies according to the region and ranges from hot and humid on the coast to extremely cold in the mountainous areas.

From the earliest times, the state?s favorable conditions encouraged the development of major cultures such as the Olmec, Huastec and Totanac, which created sites such as El Tajín, San Lorenzo and Tres Zapotes. The conquest of the region culminated with the founding of Villa Rica de la Veracruz by Hernán Cortés in 1519. During the period of Independence, the port of Veracruz was the scene of the Mexicans spirited resistance to the invading forces.

Veracuz is a land of elegant colonial cities such as Córdoba, villages with rich traditions such as Papantla and Tlacotalpan, magical places such as Catemaco and its Isla de los Monos and others with a wealth of cultural activity, such as Xalapa. However, it is also the site of coffee plantations in exuberant surroundings, natural wonders such as waterfalls, lagoons, rivers and the lush coastal strip of the Costa Esmeralda. The colorful fiestas held throughout the year culminate in the world-famous carnival, which, combined with the superb local cuisine, make this an exceptional state.

The highlighted green area is Durango State.

The state of Durango, nestling in the Sierra Madre Occidental, is surrounded by Sinaloa, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Zacatecas, Jalisco and Nayarit. Its surroundings are full of spectacularly beautiful natural formations that have served as the setting for several films on the Wild West. Its landscape includes forests, canyons, valleys, rivers, lagoons, deserts, orchards and vineyards.

Durango has managed to preserve nearly virgin sites, meaning that its ecosystems are extremely fragile. Temperatures are extreme, ranging from 14ºC below zero in winter at altitudes of over 3000 m, to over 41ºC in the desert in summer. The August rains in the valleys and mountain ranges provide a wonderful spectacle. Durango?s attractions are many and varied: it has two biosphere reserves, with abundant fauna, while over 250 species of migratory and endemic birds have been recorded in the state. It has archaeological sites with cave paintings and architectural jewels left by the missionaries and colonizers. The outskirts of the city contain spas with thermal and mineral springs, as well as reservoirs that are ideal for sports such as fishing.

The highlighted green area is Nayarit State.

On the Pacific coast, surrounded by the states of Sinaloa, Durango, Zacatecas and Jalisco, lies the attractive state of Nayarit. Its origins are to be found in the Cora and Huichol groups that settled in the mountains of the Sierra Madre Occidental. In ancient times, it was a major transit area and legend has it that the group that would subsequently found the great Tenochtitlan set out from the island of Mexcaltitán, led by Huitzilopochtli. During the 18th century, it served as the starting point for the evangelization of Alta California.

This explains why it has both archaeological sites, colonial and 19th century buildings and monuments.

Nayarit has everything to offer: history, culture, traditions, stunning beaches and places for ecotourism and adventure, served with delicious cuisine in gorgeous natural settings.