If you are planning a trip to Mexico
but would like to pay a fraction of the price that you may pay in other
more popular tourist destinations then you might consider booking your
trip to Mazatlan. Mazatlan
has it all- beautiful beaches, great nightlife, and many historic
attractions. Also, you get more for your price because once a year there
is an exciting Carnival celebration where you will experience the
exhilaration of a festival. Make sure however to travel during the week leading to Lent in order to catch the celebration, excitement and fun!
Mazatlan's shoreline is the area's major attraction which
explains the moniker, "Pearl of the Pacific". Not only are the beaches
gorgeous, each also has a character of its own. Playa Camaron Sabalo is
the most popular in the area because of its location right at the hotel
zone. However, if you simply want to work on your tan in tranquility and
enjoy the view, the picturesque beach of Playa Los Cerritos is the
place to go. For those who want to visit an island, there is one nearby -
Venados . On island Venados you can spend the day swimming, snorkeling
and sailing. There are also some interesting petroglyphs to explore on
site.
For the travelers
who are looking to ride the breakers you can plan a trip to Playa Olad
Atlas, located right at the starting point of Malecon . However, due to
its proximity to the town, it can get crowded during the weekends. In
which case, Playa Bruja up north is a good alternative. Its waves can
easily go as high as 10 feet, which should make any avid surfer
ecstatic. You also have plenty of space to play around as the beach is
almost always empty because of its remote location. So bring the surf
boards and enjoy your time.
Though the beaches are gorgeous in Mazatlan there are other attractions
that are worth checking out. Go for a stroll around the historic Old
Town and enjoy its charming colonial atmosphere. Check out the Machado
Square or Plazuela where you will find restored structures. The square
is home to the elegant Teatro Angela Peralta built at the beginning of
the 19 th century. It is also surrounded by a beautiful hotel, lovely
cafes and restaurants, as well as some remarkable art shops. When
strolling around, make sure to visit El Mercado where you will be able
to buy local art, crafts while enjoying the fun atmosphere.
Other local attractions worth checking out would be the Cathedral of
the Immaculate Conception whose golden twin spires dominate the town's
skyline. There is also the world's highest operating Lighthouse which
stands at 515 ft. above sea level. For those of you who have the stamina
for it, may go ahead and climb up the stairs. You will not regret the
30-minute climb once you catch sight of Mazatlan's breathtaking panorama
from the top.
Finally, for those who enjoy a bit of golf on your vacation
will not be disappointed. The most popular of the golf courses is the
stunning Estrella Del Mar which overlooks the pacific and borne out of
the genius of Robert Trent Jones, Jr. It is simply marvelous. So next
time you are looking for a trip that includes gorgeous beaches, great
historic attractions consider a trip to Mazatlan and discover something
new!
Happy travels!
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