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Boulevard Ixtapa s/n. 40880. (Guerrero)
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www.barceloixtapa.com |
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| Mexico offers visitors the chance to explore its wealth of natural landscapes of rivers, lakes and freshwater lagoons, Mayan archaeological ruins and pyramids. Guests will also love its delicious gastronomic specialties and the friendliness of its people - all of this within 1,964,375 square kilometers of terrain. |
| Along its 11,122 kilometers of coastline, bathed by the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, you'll find countless beaches and fabulous bays. Mexico also boasts numerous protected natural areas and 16 UNESCO World Heritage sites. This country, so rich in resources and with such a privileged location, offers a harmonious combination of nature and culture in an earthly paradise blessed with a delightfullly warm climate. | |
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| Ixtapa is a stunning paradise set on the golden Mexican Pacific coast. |
| Forming part of the State of Guerrero in the southeast of the country, the area is full of modern commercial establishments and restaurants. Visitors can also luxuriate in the exotic vegetation of coconut palms, mango and grapefruit trees and soak up the fascinating culture of the country. | |
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 Archaeological Museum. A fascinating museum located in the nearby fishing village of Zihuatanejo. |
| Ixtapa island. A beautiful nearby island, ideal for swimming and scuba-diving. |
| Espléndido Beach. A stunning virgin beach where you can stretch out on the sand or take part in activities such as beach volleyball. |
| Las Gatas Beach. Scuba divers can explore its breathtaking coral reef. |
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| Mexican gastronomy is one of the most delicious and varied in the world. Tortas (flour tortilla wraps) form the basis of Mexican cuisine, highlights of which include grilled meats with spicy sauces, salads, legumes and a wide variety of luscious fruits. |
| Octopus, squid and shrimp, marinated in lemon, grilled, fried in bread-crumbs or served in sauce, as well as flavorful freshly-caught lobsters in the coastal regions, are other tasty examples of the country's gastronomy. |
| Fish and shellfish are the stars of Ixtapan gastronomy, which boasts a wide range of dishes made with the fresh catch of the day. |
| The specialties of this little town are grilled fish, strips of fish fillet marinated in lemon and Zihuatanejo-style clams. |
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| Genuine marvels of traditional craftsmanship can be found in Mexico, made from ceramics, copper, leather, fabric and macramé. |
| Taxco's exquisite silver creations are a fine example of expert Mexican silvermaking. In Ixtapa and the nearby town of Zihuatanejo there are a number of craft markets selling sea shells, genuine Taxco silver, the famous little lacquer-work boxes from Olinalá and other examples of Mexican craftsmanship such as ceramics, copper objects, fabrics and macramé. |
| These and other products can also be found in the Ixtapa shopping mall, which is open every day of the week from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m |
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| Time Zone: UTC - 7. |
| Official Currency: The official currency is the Mexican Peso although US dollars are accepted in most parts of the country. 1 US$ = Approx. 10 Pesos. |
| Official Language: Spanish, although English is widely used. |
| Population: Approximately 87 million inhabitants. |
| Electricity/font>:The electricity supply is 110 V. Plugs have 3 flat prongs. |
| Payment options: VISA and American Express credit cards are accepted in most establishments and travelers checks are also widely accepted. |
| Banking Hours: Monday to Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. . |
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