Mazatlan At a Glance
Mazatlan, located in the Mexican state of Sinaloa is now one of the major tourist destinations of Mexico!
Mazatlan comes from the term "Mazatl" which in Aztec means "place of deer".
Its position due east of the southern tip of Baja California, at the confluence of the Sea of Cortez and the Pacific Ocean, endows it with warm waters, a constantly balmy climate and abundant year-round shoals of marlin and sailfish.
Mazatlan Mexico, considered "the Pearl of the Pacific Coast” count 700,000 inhabitants, for the beauty of his beaches and for the wealth of his sea fauna, has converted into one of the main sports-fishing centers of the World, like the "Bisbeès Billfish Classic".
Mazatlan also, is one of the most important commercial port of Mexico.
Mazatlan, combine the traditional architecture of his old city centre, as well known as the "old Mazatlan" where you will be able to admire the "Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción" and walk along his particular roads with buildings construct in the XIX century, with the modern and luxury Mazatlan hotels, all inclusive resorts and Mazatlan restaurants which form the spectacular Zona Dorada formed of 10 km of wonderful beaches, Playa Norte, Playa Gaviotas y Playa Venados and Playa Mazatlan, ideal for surfing, diving and the fishing!
Things to do in Mazatlán are many!
In Mazatlán Mexico, you will find places with an exuberant nature, as the Cerro del Crestón. Here you can make activity of ecotourism and scaling, to his high top, where you will find the lighthouse, considered as the second natural lighthouse of the World after the Peñón de Gibraltar.
In Mazatlan big and painstaking golf courses sea sight, and two marines which offer the service in mooring and maintenance for all the types of boats.
one of the most famous cultural Mazatlan event are:
- The Golf International tournament "Jesús Arnoldo Millán"
- The Tennis International tournament
- Cultural Festival of Mazatlán
- Art Festival of Sinaloa
And the Carnival of Mazatlán (the Mexican Mardy grass) one of the happiest and cheerful parties of the whole year and one of the most famous of the World! An explosion of lights, colors and music fill Mazatlan full of culture and traditions. Bands of all kinds play the infectious rhythms of Mexico.
Even if you are people who like quiet and peace, Mazatlan in Mexico, provides something for everyone to enjoy!
A start point could be the Isla de la Piedra (Stone Island) is one of the well known highlights in Mazatlan. Since it is located away from the hustle and bustle of the Golden Zone, the Stone Island Mazatlan is an excellent place to enjoy beautiful, quiet beaches, and spend a relaxing day. You will also find in the island a variety of food stations where you can try fresh seafood, and you can also participate in several leisure activities such as horseback riding and water sports. Everything you need to spend a different and special day is waiting for you in this paradise located south of Mazatlan!
Join Mazatlan on an exiting adventure! …..And live a hands on experience in cetacean research, through the waters surrounding Mazatlan searching for and observing whales and dolphins in their natural habitat. Oceanographers and naturalists will guide you in this adventure as you learn about the geological and natural history of the islands of the Gulf of California.
This extraordinary combination of beautiful Mazatlan beaches, awesome natural attractions and luxurious hotels, together with a truly preserved historical center, a variety of cultural events and the warm hospitality of its people gives Mazatlan a unique balance of colonial like atmosphere and golden beaches.
This Mexican vacation spot is a perfect place for fishing, since its located right next to the Sea of Cortez in the Golf of California, it is possible to take a whole many excursions to natural Mazatlan attractions besides enjoying its beautiful beaches, food and nightlife.
